3 Tips I WISH I Knew Starting Graffiti

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10 ай бұрын

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Starting on your journey into graffiti and street art? Let me share three crucial tips that I wish I had known when I first dipped my toes into this world of graffiti . Its clear that having a good tag is important and to get a clean tag you need to keep it simple. From digital graffiti to traditional spray graffiti, your tag becomes a testament to your artistic identity and if you're adding too much style to a bad tag then progress and respect will be hard to attain. I wish i would have kept my graffiti simple and learned the basics sooner.
However, navigating the graffiti world requires more than just skill; it demands savvy. Whether you're creating trendy graffiti neon masterpieces that wow everyone, conduct yourself with respect and awareness. As you meet new people and catch spots with new people , remember that building connections in the graffiti and street art community requires caution and camaraderie. Dont be quick to trust anyone in graffiti and be careful where you go and who you go with.
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@donttriptv728 10 ай бұрын

That's why I don't see the point of painting with anybody outside of my crew anymore, most people are weird anyways.

@samdelossantos2864 5 ай бұрын

Started taking my daughter to paint. We started out with crappy cans and chill spots. We now order our paints and plan our designs. Very good progress for both of us but it's fun as hell to share the experience with her. I also get to show her how to be very cautious and watchout for her.

@1sainttropez 4 ай бұрын

dude you are actually an awesome dad

@asscheeks3142 3 ай бұрын

fuck yeah man teachin her to be on her toes!

@gottaggedup 16 күн бұрын

i hope you know how much of an amazing dad you are

@crazyredalx Ай бұрын

I indeed do art just to have fun like mostly, I just draw references to games or cartoons I use to watch and then add my tag in the corner of the drawing!

@Toy1er 10 ай бұрын

"Ran out of paint" Gotta love it when the excuse is almost as big as the entire "piece".

@blipsqueek 10 ай бұрын

I always figured that learning about graffiti the hard way was the best way, like a sort of test to overcome, you wanna learn? Then you gotta be smart and tough! Made me realize after a couple years i learned that lifestyle wasnt for me, but that i wanted to focus on the artform itself. I learmed alot about myself that way. BUT.. i also didnt have a mentor.. who knows what wouldve happened if i did

@SmokeDrawRepeat 9 ай бұрын

The lifestyle and the art are one in the same. Graff is competitive and direct. If you’re not build for it no matter how technically good you think you become you will always be a mark.

@shallojack3517 9 ай бұрын

@@SmokeDrawRepeatbruh shut up 😂😂 talking tough in KZfaq comments😂😂

@lenbones7940 9 ай бұрын

I'm so glad u mentioned "have fun" I think alot of writers who stop is cuz this one reason.. I've stayed home a million times becuz for what ever reason at that moment it just wasn't fun... by having this play a major factor in when and where and with who bombing took place its allowed the very act of bombing to remain something that over tye years was always something that didn't get old or dangerous... sometimes people don't realize that going all in for a full year or even 6months can burn u out completely and make a name to hott to leave room to enjoy what ur doing anymore. I've taken breaks where things like characters only or rollers only... litterly made things brand new again

@fhsvsoxifdv 7 ай бұрын

I started Graffitti with one goal and one goal only. I saw a Hakenkreuz or Swastika or whatever the english name is in my City. My goal was to cover up this symbol because previous attempts from some guys to sticker bomb it didnt help. I don't realy care if the cover up looks bad or anything I know whats underneath it and every other thing looks better. If I improve maybe I come back and do a better piece

@kutterkeks 3 күн бұрын

Gutes ding Bruder 🫡

@Cre8iveMud 10 ай бұрын

I've always done art and graffiti for fun, except when it came to drawing portraits and cartoons. Because of past experiences I usually bomb or paint alone- even if they're cousins who also write.

@asscheeks3142 3 ай бұрын

I WISH I KNEWW, I WISH I KNEWWW YOU WANTED MEEEE

@artbysmf 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for making these videos!!!!

@levytheunisz 10 ай бұрын

Could you make a tutorial on how to practice the fundamentals? What things did you draw to understand it better?

@chasosgaming6353 9 ай бұрын

Should do a video with the same tip genre but for people just scraping the bottom of the "burner" categorie.

@itsawastegraffiti 10 ай бұрын

Last thing is defintley true man!

@rhubarb1073 10 ай бұрын

ive had the worst handwriting forever but i been grindin' pretty hard practicing basic ass letters. I only gaf about marker tags for now. You're right it is boring as fuck sometimes, every so often I'll go out tagging some out of the way chill spots with random ass names just to get a bit of practice on real walls and see how different markers look, and that has been keeping me going. My only problem is that I don't really think most handstyles look cool at all. It's hard to find inspiration or styles to try biting for practice because it's super rare that I find a tag that looks sick to me. I also find experimenting with paint/inks is kinda tough. New nibs/markers/inks take like a week to show up in the mail and every experiment is sort of a waste of money. There's ofc way more info online than there was BACK IN THE DAY, but for real I think having an experienced mentor would help me a shit ton. This shit really is work if you care about progressing, but so far it's worth it cuz it really does feel amazing to write. Thanks for the videos homie, they've def helped me a bit

@SkateNdie 10 ай бұрын

use your name and get up who cares if its not there yet. using random names seems whack

@rhubarb1073 10 ай бұрын

@@SkateNdie naw I think it's fun man. I'll use my name sometimes, but I'm having fun messing with diff letters, who knows if I'll stick with the name I chose for now. My shit is pretty embarrassing lmao so I'm not really tryna be serious about it yet. At this point I'm into just writing funny shit.

@coffin7904 9 ай бұрын

@@rhubarb1073seriously listen to the other dude. Pick a name and go hard.

@coffin7904 9 ай бұрын

@@rhubarb1073ive seen massive toys in my city improve and its glorious to see. Just write dude. "Wasting money" lol. If you enjoy it go for it ya vandal

@rhubarb1073 9 ай бұрын

@@coffin7904 hell yeah. I've def been sticking with my main name for now. It's toy asf but good enough where I feel fine getting up with it. Shit is addicting man imma get myself arrested lmao im gettin too greedy w/ it

@joelhernstrom6060 10 ай бұрын

I just want to say that I did my first ever piece on a legal wall last night and it’s thanks yo your videos man. Without your channel I wouldn’t even have dared to go. But I did! It was soooo fun!! My piece ended up looking like absolute shit but what can you expect with 0 experience and 1 dollar cans haha? Anyways I just wanted to tell you that you’ve been the first step on my graffitti journey, something I’d never would’ve tried without your content. Respect from Sweden! Powerfist out🤙🏻

@turpeluren6536 9 ай бұрын

Eyy vilken stad??

@user-hv3qw6vl3x 4 ай бұрын

Jag såg dig det var Göteborg va?

@michaellovato5758 9 ай бұрын

Im a part of a crew i got into in highschool im proud to be a part of it but I've always gone solo bombing occasionally ill go with someone but id rather go alone

@urbanhookupz 4 ай бұрын

Facts

@PITUFO_CWV 9 ай бұрын

I always go alone 3-4 am mobbin

@Synr6 10 ай бұрын

Do you still do personal critiques by dm?

@kursedaim 14 күн бұрын

I wanna have fun but make progress

@kcactus666patcher7 10 ай бұрын

Where... did... you... get those shoes. I love them and I need them, please tell me

@KikiM222 10 ай бұрын

That’s what I’m saying😭 probably made them or smt

@misstirbanana 3 ай бұрын

Can't spell fundamentals without "fun"

@whalewithgingerale 10 ай бұрын

Keep it simple practice the basics keep it simple practice the basics keep it simple practice the basics keep it simple practice the basics keep it simple practice the basics

@cruzamaro3591 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have one question: I’m practicing letters with a book and pencil, but maybe one day eventually I want to start with spray paint and the question is, do you practice a lot with the spray for years or you stay sharp keeping your self practicing with the book and pencil or both? Like practicing letters with spray and all that and how will be if you want to do it like every day practice?

@Theartistblock 2 ай бұрын

Ok so this is a bit of a straight forward answer that also has a deeper longer answer to explain it. let me start with the short so you can get the answer instantly, and if you're interested the long answer will follow. Short answer: Any medium, Pencil, oil paint, water color, or spray paint requires that you keep practicing that medium to stay sharp with it. However, artforms are not normally based on mediums, so if you study in the books and you learn graffiti, then that knowledge and skill is baked in you and you'll carry it into any medium you try even if you're new to the medium. Long answer: Mediums are separate from art forms, there's a topic called the 3 pillars of art, these are the 3 fundamental categories that create all art forms. the first is elements of art (line shape form value space color texture) and this is the most important. Elements of art will be responsible for most of your skill and knowledge in ALL art forms. The second pillar is the artform specific fundamentals, a list of basics that governs and often defines and art form. for graffiti that is letter structure, negative space management, letter name weight, letter name positioning and flow. This pillar, no matter the art form, will get you better but only to a certain point. The third pillar is technique, and this is how you use your tools and what tools you use as well as your process in general. This is the least determining factor of skill. that isn't to say you cant specialize in this and get masterful skill, you certainly can, just look at old master oil paintings. However, before this category really takes effect, the first two pillars need to be on point. once the first two are on point, then technique will begin to show it's benifites as you practice. For example, you can learn to blend all you want, but it if you don't know forms and how to shade, and you want to draw a ball, well blending isn't going to do you any good. So to answer your question, as you study in the books you're really only getting the artform specific fudnametnas, and line/shape. you need to make sure to study ALL 3 pillars of art ( I have video's on graffiti's fundamentals in a playlist for you) . If you can do that then you'll be fine.

@cruzamaro3591 2 ай бұрын

@@Theartistblock Thanks man I’ll keep this answer saved and I appreciate your passion and dedication here in the channel. You answered me way too fast and that’s awesome, thanks. I bought your master guide book and the bundle for shading and all that, so I’ll be busy for long time.

@Theartistblock 2 ай бұрын

@@cruzamaro3591 haha I appreciate it buddy, your comment came in at the perfect time lol caught me right as i peeked at my phone. Enjoy the book, that one should set you up with some basic info to Jumpstart your work. If you decide you want to delve deep into graffiti's fundamentals specifically then Ultimate Graffiti Guidebook is 👌.

@cruzamaro3591 2 ай бұрын

@@Theartistblock haha I’m lucky then! Yes that’s what I bought actually, the Ultimate Graffiti Guide Book and the Beginner Bundle. I know there’s tons of good info there and here in this channel 🔥🫡

@MrBongobongbongo 7 ай бұрын

Is this Grim(reap) from H2k? 315

@ant2111a 10 ай бұрын

Hey grim, I want to do graffiti but only on a digital platform! Much like how a lot of graffiti artists make a sketch before planning for a piece on a wall, but there is where I would stop (although if given the chance to, I'd love to pick up a can) Are there any tips you would give in particular for honing my skills on a solely digital platform?

@jimmythedon69 10 ай бұрын

just fucken sketch bro

@blipsqueek 10 ай бұрын

1. Keep it simple 2. Learn and practice letter structure 3. Practice 4. Keep it simple Good luck homie!

@Rob_RRK 4 ай бұрын

I don’t think my area has any like there’s no griffit at all if any y’all know any artist in Murrieta ca

@binodfoundyou7348 9 ай бұрын

Ran out of paint 😂😂😂😂

@MeatHusk 9 ай бұрын

Any writers in Daytona beach Florida?

@logangriffith4950 9 ай бұрын

Nice try fbi

@jamesparkerone 10 ай бұрын

I'm a lone wolf. If I'm on my own and hear a noise then I know its not me. If somebody's with me it could be them. But it might not be them making the noise. Who needs to be thinking about that shit.. All my best stuff has been done on my own I did fall asleep in some bushes at the side of the tracks once though. 😂

@goblingas420 10 ай бұрын

What do you exactly mean by studying? Like what exactly am I supposed to study besides letter structure and flow?

@Theartistblock 10 ай бұрын

Each of the following INDIVIDUALLY have enough information to last you a lifetime meaning you'll never learn all there is to know about any of these and as a result there is always room to improve. These are the building blocks for all art, even graffiti. Line Shape Form Value Space Color Texture While these might seem simple, no artist, no matter how masterfully, is above studying and learning these Then you have graffitis fundamentals Letter structure Negative space management Letter name weight Letter name positioning Flow I have videos on each. Lastly you have to study whatever techniques apply to the medium you choose.

@goblingas420 10 ай бұрын

@Theartistblock I opened the Toy's guide to graffiti playlist and watched some of the tutorials, but the pieces you use as examples are too advanced for beginners

@Theartistblock 10 ай бұрын

@@goblingas420 not at all. #1 that playlist contains tutorials specifically for the fundamentals for graffiti, should be 6 videos (two letter structure ones then the rest are graffitis other basics. #2 those videos aren't meant to be copied or meant for you to bite. I'm teaching you the formula of the fundamental. If you learn the formula then you can apply that to any and all graffiti. The same way when you where in school and you learned basic addition, you learned the formula. Once you did then you can plug in any number and add it.

@mkour 2 ай бұрын

What if you practice a lot but still don’t feel you’re getting much better ?

@Theartistblock 2 ай бұрын

1 of 3 things is happening. #1 you're not keeping it simple and practicing the basics (this is the most likely one) #2 you're not taking in new credible fundamental information #3 you've recently learned a ton of info and your brain needs time to digest it. Double check that you're not adding too much style to your practice. Practice should not have style in it.

@mkour 2 ай бұрын

@@Theartistblock appreciate that

@dannydusk56 9 ай бұрын

brother sounds like kermit

@Theartistblock 9 ай бұрын

Lol not the first time iv heard that and gotta say it's always funny to hear😄

@maidcatboy 10 ай бұрын

meow

@grim9758 10 ай бұрын

valid

@blipsqueek 10 ай бұрын

Based

@Theartistblock 10 ай бұрын

Very eloquent and profound, couldn't agree more

@c-note4146 10 ай бұрын

Algorithm comment

@HUH0S00 9 ай бұрын

should have done simple ones first smh

@SmokeDrawRepeat 9 ай бұрын

Going through your videos…you don’t even have a hand style 😢😢😢😢😢

@Theartistblock 9 ай бұрын

? I do, and I don't show it. How I got up, and the work I did in the streets isn't relevant. I'm hear to share information and teach you guys the science of how the artform functions, I'm not here to flex and artificially get up. Maybe spend less time online talking down to people and more time practicing. For someone who acts like you've got pro level work, most of your fundamentals are amature, and thats on a good day. (Read your other comments that were more condescending).

@EL_OWER89 3 ай бұрын

Just making stories up about people you never wrote with...lol damn that's sad brotha

@SmokeDrawRepeat 9 ай бұрын

Tip number one…don’t watch “graffiti tips” video…the toy is the guy behind the camera. If you make vids like this your crew should violate you for scrub activity. Want to learn about Graff..leave your house

@DildoDaggins123 9 ай бұрын

You never “started” graffiti, you have no skin in the game. You’re an artist and a stylewriter, there’s a difference. It’s like saying you climbed Mount Everest and all you did was stand in front of it for a picture ( not making the comparison As though writing is any great feat, just that it’s something you’ve said you’ve done and speak like you’ve done when you haven’t). Real recognize real. That all being said, your videos are all chock full of useful information for somebody inspired to start writing, and I’m sure you get loads of appreciation for it. Just saying. If I wanted to train for something I’d rather my teacher didn’t SAY he was something he’s not, it makes them seem to lack credibility, not that it would necessarily impair their ability to teach the thing. I know you probably get flak for this all the time, and it probably rolls off your back, or maybe you try to prove you’ve got credibility by lying about your past, I think I remember you doing something like this in the past, my memory is hazy on it. Not saying you shouldn’t be making the content, it’s all great, just maybe humble yourself on whether you’re a graffiti artist or not.

@Theartistblock 9 ай бұрын

You wrote all of that to be wrong. Lol If I never started then howed I get arrested twice. If you don't like me or my content fine, but don't make yourself look stupid with long drawn out comments just to be so flat out wrong that you make flat earthers look smart.