GRAFF: The Art & Technique of Graffiti- Hardcover

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Title: GRAFF: The Art & Technique of Graffiti
Author: Scape Martinez
Hardcover
Language: English
Dimensions: 28.5 x 22.4 cm
Pages: 128
Published: 2010

With original colour illustrations, GRAFF provides the basics of creating legally sanctioned graffiti, a style that’s been around for many years but has become more popular lately. It discusses roots in vandalism and its separation from those roots to the art form as we know it today – dynamic, over-the-top styles that deliver maximum impact with the same sense of creative risk graffiti writers have always taken on. Readers get real instruction for creating graffiti-style art, from sketching ideas based on design principles, to the basics of developing letter forms, to handling spray paint, to step-by-step demos for different types of compositions.Once viewed as merely a blemish on the urban landscape, graffiti today has evolved into a legitimate art form in its own right, influencing entertainment, advertising, fashion and other creative industries worldwide.

In this unprecedented book, master graffiti artist Scape Martinez shows how he does his thing, offering streetwise advice to help other “writers” create maximum-impact, legally sanctioned work. Step by step, he lays out the philosophies and realities of the genre. From picking a “tag” and developing letterforms, to the logistics of prepping a wall and working a spray can in a painterly fashion, Graff will help you find your style and leave your mark- large and loud.

 A breakdown of the fundamental elements of graffiti-style- letters, character, backgrounds- and how they work together and intermingle with arrows, symbols, quotes and tags

From paper to wall, a start-to-finish approach for creating graffiti in various styles

Step-by-step demonstrations show the creation of various types of compositions, from throw ups to full-blown pieces

Complete with a glossary and a timeline tracing graffiti history, Graff is the bible for street artists looking to elevate their work, graphic designers wanting to expand their vocabulary, and anyone interested in giving their work an edgy, urban look.

About the Author: Scape Martinez creates with spray enamel, house paint, markers, acrylic and watercolor. He owns and operates two youth clothing lines, Liquidscape and Respect, Inc., and is an arts advocate for kids. He is regularly featured in exhibits; does murals and designs; lectures and teaches in the San Jose area and beyond. He’s been featured in Artweek, San Jose Mercury News, Melro, San Jose City Times and The Times of San Jose City College.