by Kevin Casey (See more photos at Arrested Motion) Stephen Powers is an artist who came up writing graffiti in Philly and NYC, as ESPO (“Exterior Surface Painting Outreach”). In 2000 Powers gave up writing graff to focus on studio and public art. Many are familiar with Powers’ work as ESPO, as well as his [...]
Recently Effluvia had the opportunity to chat with Aaron Rose about the origins and future of the “DIY school” he founded in the wake of his touring gallery show, book and documentary film Beautiful Losers. Rather than waste the money they had to market the project, Rose and company decided to redirect the funds into [...]
by Kevin Casey with Wes Trbovich Effluvia had the opportunity to get down with one of LA’s graff legends. Here is his account first hand of the gallery scene, bombing, and the connection to the international community, surfing and the deconstruction of the letterform! Read the interview: Risk Rock Stay tuned for the Effluvia Graff [...]
Thanks to thedirtfloor for curating issue 1′s street art feature. We’ve decided to leave the art unattributed. Anyone who can name all the artists and spots bombed will receive an Effluvia Magazine bag or t-shirt. Email contest@effluviamagazine.com with your submissions. thedirtfloor