Wildstyle
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Wildstyle is a complicated and intricate form of graffiti. Due to its complexity, it is often very hard to read by people who are not familiar with it. Usually, this form of graffiti incorporates interwoven and overlapping letters and shapes. It may include arrows, spikes, and other decorative elements depending on the technique used. The numerous layers and shapes make this style extremely difficult to produce homogeneously, which is why developing an original style in this field is seen as one of the greatest artistic challenges to a graffiti writer. Wildstyle pieces are the most complex form of piece ("masterpiece") lettering, above both "burners" and "tags."
History of the term "Wildstyle"
The term "wildstyle" was popularized by the Wild Style graffiti crew formed by Tracy 168 of the Bronx. Formerly a street gang with over 500 members, the Bronx-based Wild Style crew is still active. Members include the founder Tracy 168, Cope2, T-Kid 170, Lava I&II, Taki 183, Daze, Comet, Blade, Futura 2000, Dan Plasma, Jimmy Ha-Ha and Yip. Complex and elaborate graffiti writing had been called numerous terms such as "mechanical letters." It was founded by Rif, Phase II and Stan 153. Kase II later introduced "computer-rock". The stylistic approach advanced at the same time Wild Style crew grew large and spread throughout New York City.[1] So many members executed the complex style that eventually the crew's name was associated with it.
External links
- Subway Art online
- Graffiti glossary
- FatCap, Worldwide graffiti blog
- Streetpins.com - Graffiti Community with more than 100.000 Photos
- Wildstyle Graffiti as Artwork
- http://burnerzgroupaustralia.wetpaint.com
Notes
- ↑ http://www.at149st.com/ws.html at149st.com entry on Wild Style
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