3 Tips I WISH I Knew Starting Graffiti

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  • @samdelossantos2864
    @samdelossantos2864 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    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
      @1sainttropez 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

      dude you are actually an awesome dad

    • @asscheeks3142
      @asscheeks3142 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      fuck yeah man teachin her to be on her toes!

    • @gottaggedup
      @gottaggedup 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

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

    • @FiveAyam
      @FiveAyam 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      oh lol!!! how cool!! actually my dad is kinda a writer (back when i was a baby) but he got really serious and stopped so he could support my sister and i as a single dad, and now i'm here at 33 with an art degree watching this and lowkey bonding with dad over graffiti and thinking about asking him if he wants to go write something on one of his nowhere job sites. hope u and ur daughter are doing well- sending good energy ur way!

  • @DontTrip728
    @DontTrip728 ปีที่แล้ว +225

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

    • @NotoriousFrmTheD
      @NotoriousFrmTheD 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You weird in yo ways to brody

  • @Toy1er
    @Toy1er ปีที่แล้ว +77

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

  • @blipsqueek
    @blipsqueek ปีที่แล้ว +63

    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
      @SmokeDrawRepeat ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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
      @shallojack3517 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SmokeDrawRepeatbruh shut up 😂😂 talking tough in TH-cam comments😂😂

  • @fhsvsoxifdv
    @fhsvsoxifdv ปีที่แล้ว +61

    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
      @kutterkeks 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Gutes ding Bruder 🫡

    • @Sprout_seedly984
      @Sprout_seedly984 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You did a favour, well done!

  • @TheCrazyRATosibrisk
    @TheCrazyRATosibrisk 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    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!

  • @lenbones7940
    @lenbones7940 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    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

  • @Cre8iveMud
    @Cre8iveMud ปีที่แล้ว +15

    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.

  • @tunanocrust5089
    @tunanocrust5089 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The dudes I paint with I practically grew up with and we’ve all encountered heat one time or another and none of us folded. I’m grateful for them I know they have my back like I have theirs.

  • @Luxordolls
    @Luxordolls 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    another tip is to pin spots to graffiti while you’re driving on google or Apple Maps so you can remember where it is later. (I’m a beginner with graffiti so I’m kind of a noob but I just do it for fun) sometimes while I’m traveling to different states I’ll pin point spots I hope to come back to if I go back home

    • @kalashnikov0e
      @kalashnikov0e 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I do thisss i take pics

  • @levytheunisz
    @levytheunisz ปีที่แล้ว +8

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

  • @PITUFO_CWV
    @PITUFO_CWV ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I always go alone 3-4 am mobbin

  • @rhubarb1073
    @rhubarb1073 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    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
      @SkateNdie ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @rhubarb1073
      @rhubarb1073 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@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
      @coffin7904 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @coffin7904
      @coffin7904 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@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
      @rhubarb1073 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@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

  • @chasosgaming6353
    @chasosgaming6353 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @joelhernstrom6060
    @joelhernstrom6060 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    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🤙🏻

    • @turpeluren
      @turpeluren ปีที่แล้ว

      Eyy vilken stad??

    • @Sjjajsj-t4y
      @Sjjajsj-t4y 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jag såg dig det var Göteborg va?

  • @Twinzonerr
    @Twinzonerr ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @mettigel8832
    @mettigel8832 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    One thing I wish I knew starting is that some people in the 'scene' are just straight up mental. When we were kids my buddy and me went to a legal wall offered by the city. I was doing a graphic from Getting Up as an hommage in a really shitty corner over an already heavily crossed barely recognisable piece. You know, where the kids tag. :D Some looney came from behind and knocked me unconscious with a bottle and threatened my friend with a knife. In broad daylight. He told my friend that he would stitch us next time If he would catch us "crossing" his "piece" with our toy shit.
    B*tches be crazy :D

  • @michaellovato5758
    @michaellovato5758 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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

  • @itsawastegraffiti
    @itsawastegraffiti ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Last thing is defintley true man!

  • @misstirbanana
    @misstirbanana 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Can't spell fundamentals without "fun"

  • @Joy-zg3lv
    @Joy-zg3lv 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    can anybody give me like an indepth description to how to practice? and also how to get to know other writers cause i live in a decently graffiti'd area yet i cant seem to see anyone? im also extremely new to this lol

    • @Theartistblock
      @Theartistblock  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Joy-zg3lv in all honesty, I'd recommend not worrying about meeting others, in most cases it does more harm than good. That being said, fish where the fish are, so hang out where they hang out just be sure it's a safe place otherwise it's not worth it.
      As for practice, I have videos on that. Don't overcomplicate graffiti so keep it simple and practice the basics with zero style. Study AND practice the elements of art. Spend MOST of your time studying and practicing the elements of art, trust me it will pay off far more in the end.

    • @Joy-zg3lv
      @Joy-zg3lv 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ok!! thank you man i love your videos!

  • @kcactus666patcher7
    @kcactus666patcher7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @KikiM222
      @KikiM222 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @bitshtannicajohnson6957
      @bitshtannicajohnson6957 หลายเดือนก่อน

      *Found em at the curb on garbage night*

  • @ROXSTARcandy
    @ROXSTARcandy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
    @cruzamaro3591 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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
      @Theartistblock  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      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
      @cruzamaro3591 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@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
      @Theartistblock  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@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
      @cruzamaro3591 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@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 🔥🫡

  • @MaxGeorge-c1i
    @MaxGeorge-c1i 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have any tips for finding ppl who tag?

    • @azhiazim
      @azhiazim 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Tag over other people's stuff, you'll meet some real quick.

  • @hobobobohobobobo
    @hobobobohobobobo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i would like to add that dont go out spraying if you havent developed a style u are somewhat proud of, otherwise sooner or later u will get embarassed by you own toy shit (esp when its on the street) and mostlikey u will end up changing ur name. u dont need have the best style and its nice when people see your progress but i just wanna say practice at least few weeks on paper before putting it out

  • @Rob_RRK
    @Rob_RRK 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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

  • @ant2111a
    @ant2111a ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @jimmythedon69 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      just fucken sketch bro

    • @blipsqueek
      @blipsqueek ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @Synr6
    @Synr6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you still do personal critiques by dm?

  • @MrBongobongbongo
    @MrBongobongbongo ปีที่แล้ว

    Is this Grim(reap) from H2k? 315

  • @mkour
    @mkour 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @Theartistblock
      @Theartistblock  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      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
      @mkour 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Theartistblock appreciate that

  • @goblingas420
    @goblingas420 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @Theartistblock
      @Theartistblock  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      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
      @goblingas420 ปีที่แล้ว

      @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
      @Theartistblock  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@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.

  • @urbanhookupz
    @urbanhookupz 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Facts

  • @MeatHusk
    @MeatHusk ปีที่แล้ว

    Any writers in Daytona beach Florida?

  • @dannydusk56
    @dannydusk56 ปีที่แล้ว

    brother sounds like kermit

    • @Theartistblock
      @Theartistblock  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @binodfoundyou7348
    @binodfoundyou7348 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ran out of paint 😂😂😂😂

  • @jamesparkerone
    @jamesparkerone ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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. 😂

  • @MOAIONTOP
    @MOAIONTOP 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It would be funny if you graffiti my pfp 🍷🗿

  • @maidcatboy
    @maidcatboy ปีที่แล้ว +12

    meow

  • @c-note4146
    @c-note4146 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Algorithm comment

  • @I_CHERISHYOUUU
    @I_CHERISHYOUUU ปีที่แล้ว

    should have done simple ones first smh

  • @vanillaquicksand8025
    @vanillaquicksand8025 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I wish there wasn't so much talking

  • @SmokeDrawRepeat
    @SmokeDrawRepeat ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @Theartistblock
      @Theartistblock  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ?
      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).

  • @kalebseaman7446
    @kalebseaman7446 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you need to learn how to just say what you need to say practice the fundamentals of talking

  • @SmokeDrawRepeat
    @SmokeDrawRepeat ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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

  • @EL_OWER89
    @EL_OWER89 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @DildoDaggins123
    @DildoDaggins123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @Theartistblock  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      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.

  • @Lofyloof
    @Lofyloof ปีที่แล้ว

    I bet this comment wont get pinned

    • @user-y1j
      @user-y1j 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      you were right :D

    • @Lofyloof
      @Lofyloof 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-y1j real

  • @bigblackmonsterbeats
    @bigblackmonsterbeats ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is there a different way to download the sketchbook?

    • @Theartistblock
      @Theartistblock  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure shoot me an email and I'll see if we can find a way to get it for you, email me personally, so jongrim219@gmail.com
      Let me know its you