Posted by The G on January 19, 2012 under G Interviews, Street Art | 
Photos courtesy of Smear.
Cristian Gheorghiu aka Smear started off as a street artist in Los Angeles. He quickly became one of the most prolific artists on the scene. He successfully made the transition from the streets to galleries and then he got busted by the police, years after he stopped doing street art! The arrest made headlines across the country, but the full story was never revealed – until now. Your opinion on the legality of street art might be mixed, but one thing is sure, when you find out what happened to Smear, you’ll definitely agree that there is a major problem with our justice system. I’d like to thank Smear for his honesty and for opening up to tell his side of the story. Please note new readers, there is some rather harsh language so if that kind of thing offends you, perhaps you won’t want to keep reading. With the fact that you are on this site, you’ll already know that I use harsh language a lot and while the internet is still unregulated, you won’t see censorship here. I am not even fond of putting any type of disclaimer on this site, but you never know who is reading – so please take that under advisement before you continue.
Flashbacks by Smear
According2G: Tell us about your background. How did you get involved in Street Art?
Smear: I’ve been scribbling on things out in the streets since I was 13. I started up and down my block in the East Hollywood section of Los Angeles and pretty much kept at it since then. Eventually it lead me to this thing that has been dubbed “street art.” For the record, I have not comitted an act of graffiti or “street art” since very early in 2007 (you never know who is going to read this interview).
Another Hot LA Summer by Smear
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Posted by The G on January 2, 2012 under Street Art |
Photo by G. Tag by Jim Joe.
Jim Joe
If you’ve been to New York in the last few years, you’ve surely seen the art/tags/graffiti of Jim Joe. His stuff is everywhere! Literally! On walls, on cars, on billboards, on trucks, on mattresses…. You name it, Jim Joe has tagged it. The site Cult of Joe has launched and it’s a tribute to one of the kings of New York graffiti – Jim Joe. Check it out. If you are like me and tear up this city, you’ll find the photos are like a trip down memory lane.
Posted by The G on November 30, 2011 under G Interviews, Street Art |
Art by Kai Aspire.
If you live in Los Angeles, you’ve surely seen the work of Kai Aspire. His iconic parody of the Marlboro Red cigarette pack (Morons – see pictures below) has been pasted everywhere! His art has made the leap from the streets to the galleries, but little is known about Kai Aspire – until now! I recently sat down with the reclusive artist and he answered a few questions. Enjoy!
Morons by Kai. Photo by Kong
According2G: Tell us a little bit about your background including how you got started in street art?
Kai:I grew up in a house full of art, so technically speaking it’s in my “blood.” I think I got into street art when I was around 12 years old. I surfed, skated, snowboarded, and that kind of stuff and street art always has some kind of connection to those activities, but the real game changer was seeing Banksy’s show in LA. I didn’t even know it was street art, I looked at it and thought it was extremely clever and well put together.
Photo by Birdman
A2G: Who are some of your heroes/influences?
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Tags: 2011, Cigarette, Kai Aspire, Los Angeles, Morons, New York, Parody, Photos, Q&A, Questions and Answers, Street Art, Street Artist
Posted by The G on October 17, 2011 under Street Art |
Photo by G. Various Artists.
#OccupyWallStreet
It was great to se LA representing down at #OccupyWallStreet.
Click to enlarge the photo where you’ll see stickers from Bankrupt Slut, Felix, Common Cents, 2wenty, Herbert C. Hippos and Penguin Prison.
We are the 99%. Rise up and Don’t fuck with my money!
Tags: "Don't Fuck With My Money", #occupywallstreet, 2wenty, Bankrupt Slut, Common Cents, Felix, Herbert C. Hippos, Los Angeles, Penguin Prison, Photo, Represent, Street Art, Street Artist
Posted by The G on October 11, 2011 under G Interviews, Street Art |
Photos courtesy of Earl Lube Industries.
Millionaire. Lady Killer. Sportsman. Street Artist. Earl Lee is in it to win it. Earl Lee’s penchant for fast cars and winning ways have turned him into an elusive icon that the most gorgeous women can hang with for only a night or a three day weekend if she bring two friends. The President and CEO of Earl Lube Industries, Earl Lee continues to push the envelope with everything that is fast on land, air or sea while simultaneously breaking the hearts of every centerfold, starlet and trophy queen he encounters. “Born to Race and Race to Win” is Earl’s motto… and he’s just getting’ warmed up……. Find out a little more about Earl Lee and why all the girls love him.
All The Girls Love Earl!
According2G: How long have you been doing street art?
Earl Lee: Started on the mean streets of Newport Beach, Cali approximately November of 2008.
All The Girls Love Earl
A2G: Can you tell us a few of your heroes and influences?
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Tags: 2011, All The Girls Love Earl, Earl Lee, Earl Lube, Los Angeles, Photos, Q&A, Questions and Answers, Racer, Street Art, Street Artist
