1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) ...AND WHY? Izinfinite is what I write. I want my art to outlive me and continue to be a source of inspiration for future generations. 2. WHAT CREWS DO YOU REP (IF ANY)? The only crew that I rep is me, myself, and I. 3. HOW LONG YOU’VE BEEN WRITING/TAGGING/PAINTING/DOING ART? I've been creating art all my life ever since I could hold a pencil I remember drawing rainbows, and mystical creatures inspired by nature, and to this day I'm still drawing rainbows. I've always loved painting. I've been painting on and off throughout the years but I haven't taken it as seriously and done it consistently as in the past three years. 4. WHERE DID YOU GROW UP, AND … MEET AND SUPPORT THE ARTIST about HELLO MY NAME Is Izinfinite
Why Is Graffiti Called Graffiti?
Graffiti is as much a part of urban landscapes as skyscrapers and subways. Yet, the term “graffiti” and the etymology of related terms are shrouded in a haze of spray […]
The Transformative Power of Graffiti: How It Saves Lives and Redefines Recognition
When the word “graffiti” is whispered or yelled at in conversations, it often paints a picture of vibrant murals, enigmatic tags, and the rebellious spirit of urban canvases. For years, […]
Graffiti Letters and Alphabet Styles
A detailed look at the several types of graffiti alphabets and letter styles. As graffiti art is a highly creative and evolving art form, artists continuously experiment with different lettering […]
HELLO MY NAME Is Izinfinite
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? Izinfinite is what I write. I want my art to outlive me and continue to be a source of inspiration for […]
Graffiti artists transform a recycling company in New Jersey
TerraCycle, a recycling company based in New Jersey, is known for its innovative approach to reducing and reusing waste. That includes the walls of their own headquarters, which they have […]
Richmond, Virginia’s Streets Are Getting Bombed With Graffiti
Graffiti is becoming more prevalent in Richmond, Virginia. It’s all over the streets and sidewalks. According to officials, this trend extends from the southside to the Fan. This week, several […]
Catholic church gets vandalized with abortion rights graffiti in Boulder, CO.
In May, anti-religious and pro-abortion graffiti was written on a Catholic church in Boulder, Colorado. According to a statement to Fox News, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports […]
HELLO MY NAME IS “RUBY”
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? I write Ruby or RUBIA. RUBIA is like “blondie” in Spanish. I grew up in Washington Heights, NYC with everyone calling me that. […]
Graffiti Artist Banksy Unmasked as a Former Schoolboy from a Middle-class Suburb
Mystery kid – Robin Gunningham in 1989 when he was a pupil at Bristol Cathedral School. For years the identity of art’s most notorious renegade, Banksy, has been a closely guarded […]
The Bronx Murals in NYC
The Bronx Murals: From Graffiti to Street Art In the last 15-20 years, street art has grown in popularity in New York City. These days, there are entire tours dedicated […]
HELLO MY NAME IS SMEAR
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? SMEAR. I write SMEAR because it’s a dope ass name. 2. WHAT CREWS DO YOU REP (IF ANY)? RTH, and […]
10 Spots Around The World Where Graffiti Is Totally Legal
where is graffiti legal? The history of graffiti goes wayyy back, but the popularity of hip-hop culture has helped graf become a trendy art form worldwide. In most places, graffiti […]
Graff 101: Back To The Basics
So, What Does Graffiti Even Really Mean? Graffiti is originally a reference to ancient inscriptions. They could be words or drawings found on the walls of ancient sepulchers, public buildings, […]
Hello My Name Is Crowzart
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? …AND WHY? Crowzart 2. WHAT CREWS DO YOU REP (IF ANY)? Rep myself as of now. In the early 90s, it was FBI, FOE, and […]
Over $500k worth of graffiti on Ireland’s Dublin Area Rapid Transit carriages so far in 2021
In 2021, graffiti damaged more than half a million dollars worth of Dublin Area Rapid Transit carriages. According to the Irish Times, some 211 vehicles have been defaced across Dublin […]
Hello My Name Is DMNONE
WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? DMNONE for a lot of reasons but mainly no lie I read it in a comic book 2. WHAT CREWS DO YOU […]
Julio Salgado’s Art Celebrates and Encourages UndocuQueer Existence
As an illegal LGBT immigrant, Julio Salgado has discovered that the artistic practices he learned in school have helped him cope with sadness, pessimism, and stress. He later utilized his […]
Adán Hernandez, the artist whose work appeared in “Blood In Blood Out” passes away at age 69
Artist Adán Hernandez‘s work was collected by Hollywood celebs, including the likes of Cheech Marin and the one and only Helen Mirren. Still, most recognized his artwork more likely from […]
Hello My Name Is GRACMOR
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? GRACMOR is the contraction of my two last names”Gracia Morales” my tag on the street is IFABRE as well as INFAME105 […]
Who was legendary graffiti documentarian James Prigoff?
James Prigoff, born October 29, 1927, was an American photographer, author, lecturer, and well-known for his documentation of public murals, graffiti, and spray can art. He traveled extensively throughout the […]
Hello My Name Is DECK
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? Deck One 2. WHAT CREWS DO YOU REP (IF ANY)? CMA WGS 3. HOW LONG YOU’VE BEEN WRITING/TAGGING/PAINTING/DOING ART? 23 Years […]
Graffiti In Historical Social Movements
Revolutions can only begin if the people want change. It is our duty as members of a democratic society to express our knowledge and distrust in the systems that govern […]
Hello My Name Is GUERILLA ONE
1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? …AND WHY? GUERILLAONE X SYNC 2. WHAT CREWS DO YOU REP (IF ANY)? THE SEVENTH LETTER X THE CHOSEN FEW INMER CITY REBELS. TSL TCF […]
American Graffiti: From Streets to Galleries
Since its explosion onto city walls and subway cars in the 1970s, the increasing popularity of graffiti as an art form has won commercial success for its artists and […]
Helloy My Name is GRUB$Y!
Hello My Name Is GRUB$Y! 1. WHAT DO YOU WRITE? (YOUR ALIAS) …AND WHY? What’s up guys! I write Grubsy I remember before I had my name I was writing […]
BEHIND THE SCENES OF “STYLE WARS”
SOURCE: StyleWars Henry back in the 80’s Style Wars brought New York graffiti and hip hop to Europe. We used to watch the vcr tape, recorded from tv, over and […]
A Quick History of the Los Angeles RTD
ORIGINAL SOURCE: Mr. RTD | 50mm staff writer I go by the name of M.R.RTD and am a historian on, yes, you guessed it, the history of the bus system […]
Who’s Shepard Fairey & why’s his art important?
SOURCE: SprayPlanet A Brief Background of Shepard Fairey While he has gained international fame, notoriety, and in some circles a degree of hate for his political street and gallery art, […]
Graffiti In The 1960s and 70s
SOURCE: SprayPlanet A History of Graffiti – The 60’s and ’70s Given the monumental influence graffiti art has had on our popular culture, from music, film, and television to fine […]
Archives – The Belmont Tunnel in Los Angeles
ORIGINAL SOURCE: Shandu LABS | 50mm staff writer I would like to thank 50mmlosangeles for the opportunity to bring some light into the Tunnel, or better said the Belmont […]
