R.I.P.  SURE

I heard the extremely sad and shocking news this morning that SURE had been killed in Afghanistan while in the line of duty. SURE’s beautiful, hand drawn stickers have been a constant presence on NYC’s streets for many years, usually alongside those of his writing partner, FAUST.  I admired SURE’s elegantly executed handstyles long before I had the pleasure of meeting him.  Slender and quiet, he didn’t fit the stereotype of either a writer or a Marine but he seemingly combined the two worlds with ease. He had already served two tours of duty in Iraq when he shipped off to Afghanistan a few months ago. He was just 24 years old. Heartfelt condolences to his immediate and extended family. A brief interview with him is posted here