News Tagged: NYC

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    Martha Cooper Remembers Stay High 149 - The Voice of the Ghetto

    As the graffiti community continues to mourn the loss of the legendary Stay High 149, Martha Cooper combed through her archives to share previously unpublished photos of Stay High 149 tags from 1980 through the present.

    ©12ozProphet - Thursday June 14, 2012

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    Preview: Flying Fortress "One Man Army" at Mighty Tanaka Gallery

    Flying Fortress has announced his newest solo show "One Man Army" taking place this week in Brooklyn. In the show, Flying Fortress will pay tribute to Vaughn Bodé's famous cartoon world and remix it with his own cartoon world.

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday June 12, 2012

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    Preview: Bill Butterworth "The Forty Deuce" Book Release and Exhibition at...

    Transport back in time to the grit and glamour of the 80s in The Forty-Deuce: The Times Square Photographs of Bill Butterworth, 1983-1984 and experience the authentic New York City. Tomorrow Powerhouse Books is hosting a book release party and exhibition in Brooklyn at the Powerhouse Arena.

    ©12ozProphet - Monday June 11, 2012

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    Recap: John Crash Matos "A Loud Resonant Noise" at Camaradas El Barrio

    Last Monday night Camaradas El Barrio in NYC hosted the opening reception for A Loud Resonate Noise by John "Crash" Matos. The exhibition features pieces by Crash which date to the period before 9/11.

    ©12ozProphet - Monday June 11, 2012

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    Mayor Ed Koch on Wolves and the Prevention of Graffiti

    Here are a couple videos with Mayor Ed Koch talking about his position on wolves being introduced to deter subway graffiti, and his take on graffiti itself.

    ©12ozProphet - Thursday June 07, 2012

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    Recap: Jim Joe "Yes 1 2" at The Hole presented by New York Art Department

    Only appearing like last years Winter snow, you might have missed it if you blinked, Jim Joe's Yes 1 2 solo debut was up over the weekend at The Hole Gallery. In case you missed it check out out photos of the show after the jump.

    ©12ozProphet - Monday June 04, 2012

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    12ozProphet Forum Shot of the Day: Acne and Lions Truck in Chinatown

    This photo shot from a low angle features a pedestrian walking past a truck with Acne and Lions panel pieces (and Left, JA, and VE tags) parked in Chinatown. This photo was taken by Jorge Quinteros.

    ©12ozProphet - Monday June 04, 2012

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    Trailer: Open Streets Graffiti Documentary

    Open Streets is an upcoming documentary featuring some big time writers from across the world. Some recognized names seen in this trailer for the documentary include Cope2, MadC, Ogre, Belin, Sen2, and much more. Check it out after the jump!

    ©12ozProphet - Saturday June 02, 2012

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    Video: Bem 125 on Graffiti Universe TV feat. Slave, Key, Vet, and More

    Hip Hop 101 is back at it again with conversation with Bronx writer Bem 125 who shares his experiences in the game both past and present and expresses his feelings on what the true elements of Hip Hop actually are.

    ©12ozProphet - Wednesday May 30, 2012

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    Recap: "Silverlink" At Klughaus Gallery feat. ATG Crew

    Last Friday, Silverlink opened at the Klughaus gallery in Chinatown. The show featured a bunch of dope work done by members of London's ATG crew.

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday May 29, 2012

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    Haze Creates New Works For Andy Kessler Benefit Art Auction This Thursday...

    Haze has shared a preview of his newest works for the Andy Kessler Foundation Benefit Art Auction being held on Thursday, May 31st at the Picture Farm Gallery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday May 29, 2012

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    12ozProphet Photo of the Day: "Livin' Life On The Ledge"

    Check out this dope shot of a trackside piece reading "Livin' Life On The Ledge" painted by one of the ATG crew members out in London.

    ©12ozProphet - Friday May 25, 2012