Since its launch in 2008, 17 Frost has emerged as one of NYC’s most intriguing and innovative creative spaces. Warm and welcoming, it is intent in its mission to“provide the best platform possible to showcase the talents of artists worldwide.” And during this past year of extensive renovations, it has continued to host its weekly Family Night, where artists meet to fashion individually and collaboratively a wondrous range of sticker art.
My latest adventures with Nic 707‘s famed InstaFame Phantom Art project had me riding the 1 train from the Bronx to the Financial District with several NYC graffiti veterans, along with some newer talents. Pictured above is an image of Salvador Dali fashioned by veteran writer Gear One. Several more images captured on this ride follow:
With his boldly elegant visual language, Spanish artist J Demsky has been reinventing the alphabet for over 20 years. Here in NYC, he has recently brought his talents to our streets. And through February 10, his distinct aesthetic remains on view in OFF THE WALL, a duo exhibition with sculptor Brad Howe, at GR Gallery, 255 Bowery.
Pictured above is a mural painted by J Demsky in Manhattan. Following are two more murals that J Demsky has graced us with:
The streets of North Philly are rich with a range of public art — from commissioned murals to first-rate graffiti. The image pictured above was painted by Philadelphia-based artist Yis Goodwin aka Nosego. Several more images captured on my recent visits to Philly follow:
Self-described as “100% Adrenalin,” the Berlin Kidz are notoriously known for their distinctive tags that have surfaced throughout their city since 2010. With a passion and determination — somewhat similar to São Paulo’s pixadores — they are fearless in the risks they take to get their distinct marks out on tall public spaces and moving trains. The photos featured here were captured by street art and travel photographer Karin du Maire while visiting Berlin earlier this year.
In blue and red, their primary colors — as evidenced in the following three photos:
And, occasionally, in white — if that’s what will give them visibility
While to some their work is an eyesore, to others it’s an expression of unfettered creative freedom. And for some live action: you can check out the following:
Representing a diverse range of styles and sensibilities, several new murals have surfaced at First Street Green Art Park on the corner of Houston & 2nd Avenue. The image pictured above was painted by Bangkok native Gongkan. What follows are several more:
As alluring as the artist herself, Lady K Fever’s workspace is an oasis of feverish creativity. Featured above is a selection of Lady K Fever’s handbags from her line of newly crafted accessories. What follows are several more images I captured while visiting her Bedford Park studio space last week:
Spray-painted spray cans
Be Boy, Be Ready
Feverish, logo for Lady K Fever’s accessories
In the Key of F Minor, Close-up
And Lady K Fever modeling her bag and new line of street wear
The streets of Bristol — the home of the annual Upfest, Europe’s largest street art and graffiti festival — brim with energy and intrigue. Pictured above is a huge segment from a collaborative mural by UK-based My Dog Sighs and Snub23. What follows are several more I captured on my recent visit to Bristol, UK.
