News Tagged: NYC

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    Murals Disappearing in Harlem

    As a graffiti writer the fleeting existence of your work is something you have to accept. Whether it’s removed by the notorious Buff Man, painted over, or just faded and weathered by the elements, it is unlikely that anything will last forever. it’s just part of the game. Muralists on the other hand might have a different expectation for the...

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday July 24, 2012

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    Murderers Mural by Ket, Noxer, and Tres in Inwood

    Ket got together with Noxer and Tres to paint a protest wall uptown in Inwood. "I wanted to point out that the war isn’t always abroad but its also actually here." Check out the full mural after the jump.

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday July 24, 2012

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    Weed World Van Selling Canibus Flavored Lolipops Around the New York City...

    This bright green colored "Weed World" van has been spotted floating around NYC lately (specifically Union Square Park.) Check out their story and what they are selling after the jump...

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday July 24, 2012

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    12ozProphet Exclusive Interview: Photographer and Urban Explorer Nathan...

    Nathan Kensinger is an award-winning interdisciplinary artist who currently calls Brooklyn home. Through the lenses of film and photography (among many others) his work often explores New York's overlooked urban landscapes and hinterlands. Check out this exclusive interview and explore some of New York's most forgotten spaces.

    ©12ozProphet - Sunday July 22, 2012

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    Skate: NYC with Jahmal Williams and The Hopps Crew

    If you haven't had the pleasure yourself to come and ride around New York City, then here is your chance. In this video Jahmal Williams, the man behind Hopps Skateboards, and his crew hit up the streets of NYC from midtown's start to finish.

    ©12ozProphet - Friday July 20, 2012

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    Huge Mural Signals the Opening of The Dark Knight Rises

    The long awaited third installment of the Christopher Nolan's Batman Trilogy, The Dark Night Rises, opened last night at midnight. Check out this awesome 150-foot tall hand painted billboard that was painted in midtown to mark the occasion.

    ©12ozProphet - Friday July 20, 2012

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    Motiongraff Episode 20 feat. Crime79

    The fellas over at Motiongraff are back at it again dropping the 20th episode of their web series. This episode features famed NYC graffiti writer Crime79 painting the piece of his dreams, check it after the jump!

    ©12ozProphet - Saturday July 14, 2012

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    Futura x Hennessy Limited Edition Bottle First Look

    Following the success of last year's campaign with KAWS, French cognac maker Hennessy has enlisted the talents of New York City graffiti legend Futura to design their latest limited edition bottle. Here are a few preview shots of what is set to be a monumental collaboration between two staples of excellence in their respective fields.

    ©12ozProphet - Friday July 13, 2012

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    Skate: Zoo York "The Chaz Ortiz" Video

    In undoubtedly one of the most controversial moves in the skate industry, Zoo York shaved their skate program last month leaving just Brandon Westgate and Chaz Ortiz on their team. Here is Zoo's response to all the criticism.

    ©12ozProphet - Wednesday July 11, 2012

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    Recap: Ricky Powell "Oh No He Didn't!" at Klughaus Gallery

    Last Friday, Ricky Powell kicked off his latest photo exhibit, “Oh No He Didn’t!” at the Klughaus Gallery. Full story and photos after the jump!

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday July 10, 2012

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    Video: Arc U5 interview with Human

    The Bushwick based U5 crew, with writers like Audie and Arc leading the way, held Brooklyn down throughout the 1980′s-1990′s. Now in 2012, Arc is fresh out of retirement in an effort to bring back all aspects of 90's graff..

    ©12ozProphet - Monday July 09, 2012

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    Lady Aiko Begins Work on Bowery Wall

    Brooklyn-based artist Lady Aiko has begun work on a mural on the famed Bowery Wall after months of it displaying the work of LA artist Retna. She joins a growing list of contemporary artists who have been commissioned to create murals on the wall located on Bowery and Houston streets in NYC. The wall was first blessed 30 years ago by Keith Haring...

    ©12ozProphet - Saturday July 07, 2012