In the latest onslaught of apocalyptic news updates: man-made climate change continues to wreak havoc, most recently embodied in the devastating floods in Louisiana. Citizens of the United States empire are enthralled by the controversy-plagued presidential election extravaganza, now reduced to dick jokes and body shaming. France bans burkinis, while Marks and Spencer sells out on the now trendy swimwear. And…
The immigrant population in the United States stands at approximately 13.3% and over 26%, if you consider children of immigrants (data from 2014; for more stats see here). Many immigrants come to the United States from countries that have been hit hard by unfair trade deals, wars and civil conflicts, high levels of crime and…
The work necessary for successful cooperation is ongoing and an inherent part of everyday life. We as humans tend to couple in a variety of forms to share the joys and burdens of our mortal experience, whether it be raising a family, balancing a checkbook, traveling the world, producing creative collaborations, or all of the…
Many artists have similar journeys on their way to discovering their original creative voice. Initially, one becomes a fan of a certain form of expression. Then comes a period of acquisition and experimentation that serves to hone one’s skills by copying styles and techniques and developing personal themes of interest. Once a personal language is…
Dylan (son), Waleska (mother) and Jerry (father) out birdwatching together in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. Dylan started bird watching when he was 9 years old in his home in Puerto Rico and now publishes his photos under the pseudonym “Tierra Viva”. Armed with binoculars, Waleska spots the birds, while Dylan quickly and masterfully hones in with…
We live in an age of the individual. Success is measured by “bling”, selfish ambition and greed, while failure is forever personal and never systemic. In this era of zero accountability: when Wall Street bankers can swindle millions of people out of their lives’ savings and get off scot free, when politicians answer only to multi…
NOIR and TRANS1 demonstrate the potential of intermixing two very different styles into an explosive yet coherent graffiti masterpiece. Their unique techniques have been shaped by the streets and speak directly to them. NOIR is colorful, TRANS1 works with shades of gray. They are opposites that artfully complement, challenge and enhance each other. We got a chance to speak with NOIR:…
The streets of New York City are home to some of the finest art in the world. For years now, Baltimore-born and raised Chris Stain and Billy Mode have enriched the Big Apple’s urban landscape with their wonderful collabs that always fuse poignant social commentary with skillful and beautiful artistry. Regulars at the Welling Court…
Katie Yamasaki and Caleb Neelon have collaborated at Welling Court Mural Project several times to produce powerful and socially relevant pieces. We asked them about the most recent one: How did you meet and why do you like collaborating? Caleb: “Katie and I met in Spain at a mural festival where we were both painting….
Today we bring you NY-natives and friends Danielle Mastrion and Lexi Bella. Their works tackle a variety of social issues with a focus on the empowerment of women and girls. Danielle and Lexi will be featured in the documentary Street Art Heroines (see HERE), and we were fortunate to speak with them: How did you meet each other…