This article
is about
getting started as a graffiti artist.
Everyone has
to start
somewhere so don't be put off or
discouraged by others who take pleasure in 'toy bashing'
or running down inexperienced writers.
Just remember
that
graffiti is a way of life to be respected so you should always bear in
mind that your tag and pieces and where you put them reflect you and
your attitude.
Don't go over
other
writer's work nor spray in inappropriate areas. To build a reputation
you must keep things sweet.
You can't do
anything
without a tag so think of one if you don't
already have one. Make sure it's fairly short, easily recognizable
and is not similar to anyone else's.
If possible
try to
attend graffiti events and get to know some
artists.
Check
graffiti.org for
events and try to get along, show an interest, hang out and get known.
You should also sign up for various newsletters on graff websites
to keep up to date with the scene and what's going on.
The best way
to start
writing is get yourself a mentor - an
established writer who can help you create a style and give you
tips. This is how many writers begin with writers such as Seen and
Tracy 168 having many 'proteges'.
In return the
protege
helps the mentor with his paint and maybe
simple tasks such as filling.
Getting a
mentor is
pretty difficult for most however so you'll
probably have to get started by yourself in most cases.
Get
acquainted with
all the different styles of graffiti first.
Look online, around town, anywhere you can find graffiti. Then you
must start to develop your own style - no biting directly from
others is tolerated, you must be original.
Everyone has
different
handwriting so you can begin just by elaborating on that...
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