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KRINK: A Blueprint for Building a Brand

Krink: Graffiti, Art, and Invention is a book full of lessons on culture, creativity, and building a brand from nothing.

Lived Lessons

Photo Courtesy of Carl Clay

Photo Courtesy of Carl Clay

Carl Clay: Founder of Black Spectrum Theatre

Interviews

New York Said: Matchbook

New York Said: Matchbook

Rethinking the Business Card: The Matchbook Move

Lived Lessons

Ralph McDaniels: Founder of Video Music Box

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Cj Hendry

Photo Courtesy of Cj Hendry

Cj Hendry: Australian Hyper-Realistic Artist

Interviews

Highlights

Photo Courtesy of Craig Costello

Photo Courtesy of Craig Costello

Craig “KR” Costello: Artist and Creator of KRINK

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of BlusterOne

Photo Courtesy of BlusterOne

BlusterOne: Graphic Designer and Painter

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Shantell Martin

Photo Courtesy of Shantell Martin

Shantell Martin: British Visual Artist and Cultural Facilitator

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Dorian "Dot" Cabrera

Photo Courtesy of Dorian "Dot" Cabrera

Dorian “Dot” Cabrera: Licensed Optician

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Erica Ford

Photo Courtesy of Erica Ford

Erica Ford: Human Rights Activist

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Martha Cooper

Photo Courtesy of Martha Cooper

Martha Cooper: Documentary Photographer

Interviews

The Connected Conversation: Creating Classes for the New York Public Library

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Photo Courtesy of Carlo McCormick

Photo Courtesy of Carlo McCormick

Carlo McCormick: Culture Critic and Curator

Interviews

Something to Talk About

Bravia Frog

Bravia Frog

That Unforgettable Sony Bravia TV ad: How Training My Eye Led to an Unexpected Win

In 2005 I became obsessed with Sony Bravia’s bouncy balls rolling through San Francisco. Ten years later a signed triptych from that same scene landed in my hands. This is a story about how…

Lived Lessons

Coney Island, photography by Amon Focus

Coney Island, photography by Amon Focus

How a One-Minute Time-Lapse Paid My Rent

Lived Lessons

Why Contact High Is My Favorite Hip Hop Photo Book

Lived Lessons

Color Inspiration is Everywhere

Color Inspiration is Everywhere

Color Inspiration is Everywhere: Why I Stopped Using Design Books and Started Looking at the Real World

Lived Lessons

Amon Focus on Set at The Main Event

Amon Focus on Set at The Main Event

Authentic Hosting: From Writing Scripts to The Main Event

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Amon Focus, New York Said | Visual Voices

Amon Focus, New York Said | Visual Voices

New York Said: How Photos of Phrases Turned Into an Archive of Voices

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Cey Adams: Pioneering Graffiti and Visual Artist

Interviews

Al Diaz: Pioneering Urban Artist and Lecturer

Interviews

Joffy Top Tiger: Writer and Musician

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Lady Pink

Photo Courtesy of Lady Pink

Lady Pink: Pioneering Graffiti and Mural Artist

Interviews

Arturo Vega: Designer of the Iconic Ramones Logo

Interviews

Check This Out

Photo Courtesy of Charlie Ahearn

Photo Courtesy of Charlie Ahearn

Charlie Ahearn: Director of Wild Style

Charlie Ahearn, an influential filmmaker and artist, shares insights into his creative journey, Wild Style, collaboration, and emphasizing spontaneity.

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Netic Rebel

Photo Courtesy of Netic Rebel

Netic Rebel: Artist and Digital Mystic

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Destiny Mata

Photo Courtesy of Destiny Mata

Destiny Mata: Photographer and Visual Storyteller

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Maurice Malone

Photo Courtesy of Maurice Malone

Maurice Malone: Entrepreneur and Denim Innovator

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of John "Crash" Matos

Photo Courtesy of John "Crash" Matos

John “Crash” Matos, Pioneering Graffiti Artist

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Shirt King Phade

Photo Courtesy of Shirt King Phade

Shirt King Phade: Pioneering Graffiti and Airbrush Artist

Explore the inspiring journey of Shirt King Phade, a pioneer in airbrush art and a significant figure in hip hop culture.

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Photo Courtesy of TAKI 183

Photo Courtesy of TAKI 183

TAKI 183, Forefather of Graffiti and Mechanic

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Jay Maisel

Photo Courtesy of Jay Maisel

Jay Maisel: American Photographer and Storyteller

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Clayton Patterson

Photo Courtesy of Clayton Patterson

Clayton Patterson: Photographer and Folk Historian

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Inspiration

Photo Courtesy of Jerry Saltz

Photo Courtesy of Jerry Saltz

Jerry Saltz: Senior Art Critic for New York Magazine

Jerry Saltz, a Pulitzer Prize-winning critic, shares his journey from a "failed artist" to an influential figure in the art world.

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Photo Courtesy of Janette Beckman

Photo Courtesy of Janette Beckman

Janette Beckman: Documentary Photographer

The journey of Janette Beckman, from London's punk scene to New York's hip-hop culture, through a reflective conversation about her career.

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Jamel Shabazz: Documentary Photographer

This is Jamel Shabazz's journey from his Brooklyn roots to his military service and his career as a world-renowned photographer.

Interviews

Jeff Staple: Communication Designer

Jeff Staple talks building Staple Design, his insights into streetwear, the importance of teamwork, and how dedication trumps talent.

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Tiger Hood

Photo Courtesy of Tiger Hood

Tiger Hood: Street Golfing Legend and Photographer

Exploring the streets of Manhattan led me to meet Tiger Hood, a street golfer and photographer with a unique view on life.

Interviews

Photo Courtesy of Vikki Tobak

Photo Courtesy of Vikki Tobak

Vikki Tobak: Author and Culture Journalist

Explore the inspiring story of Vikki Tobak, whose book Contact High delves into the depths of hip hop photography.

Interviews

Lonnie Ali

Lonnie Ali

Preparation to Connection: What I Learned from Interviewing Lonnie Ali

Lonnie Ali, offering a deep dive into Muhammad Ali's legacy and the rich cultural fabric of Kentucky in an interview with Amon Focus.

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St. Olaf

St. Olaf

The Art of Observation: An Outdoor Class with St. Olaf College Creatives

With St. Olaf College students, Amon shares the importance of experiential learning in understanding art's role in public spaces and society.

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Bravia Frog

That Unforgettable Sony Bravia TV ad: How Training My Eye Led to an Unexpected Win

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New York Said: Matchbook

New York Said: Matchbook

Rethinking the Business Card: The Matchbook Move

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Coney Island, photography by Amon Focus

Coney Island, photography by Amon Focus

How a One-Minute Time-Lapse Paid My Rent

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