Here are six ways in which graffiti inspires me and my art:
1. Bold and Vibrant Colors: Outdoor works are often worn by weather and Graffiti is no exception. Amplifying color and cropping provides an arresting palette of colors and forms and opens new and exciting possibilities. I have come to embrace and even enhance the luminous glow of neon or the stark contrast of primary colors in these works.
2. Usage of Various Mediums: Spray paint and stencils, markers and stickers and shapes from surfaces and textures of pipes, wires, cracks and mixed construction materials can all be combined freely. By blending these surfaces with the practical limits of the spaces… steps, corners, and other site characteristics; entirely new compositions emerge, full of juxtapositions and surprises.
3. Street Culture and Social Commentary: Embedded within my interpretive works is a rich tapestry of street culture, social issues, and political discourse, infusing my art with vitality, poignant commentary and cultural relevance. Societal injustices and whimsy, serve as a catalyst for reflection.
4. Expressing Individualism: At its core, graffiti is a deeply personal form of expression, reflecting the unique style and voice of each artist in what is often a collaborative work that continues to have a new life with each tag or contribution. The affect is additive. Embracing the ongoing narrative, channeling individuality into the work but also including others, pushes the boundaries of self-expression.
5, Breaking Traditional Boundaries: I love challenges to artistic norms and defying conventional expectations. My art embraces this spirit of rebellion, harnessing the unconventional to push the boundaries of creativity. By fusing disparate styles, mediums, and techniques, conglomerate artworks defy categorization, blurring the lines between street art and high culture.
6.. Incorporating Found Objects and Urban Elements: Graffiti transforms mundane urban landscapes into dynamic canvases that draw inspiration from found objects and urban elements. Graffiti art serves as a wellspring of inspiration based on a living narrative, offering a rich tapestry of imagery, ideas, and techniques that energize the work. From its vibrant colors and diverse mediums to its social commentary and rebellious spirit, the narrative evolves and enriches the landscape of contemporary art and my work.
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