- Lets talk about your beginning

Well when I was in 7th grade in New Jersey (USA). One of the 8th graders I remember came in with a fresh new painted jean jacket that said Wild Style (the logo Revolt and Zephyr did for the movie) I lost it ! Looking back that was a great influence on me. I was always artistic growing up so this was right up my alley but unfortunately I stopped because I was very wack, i didnt have anyone to learn from and no one wanted to go paint. I didnt know shit about caps or anything and my attention span was more for making fast money when I was younger.

- Your different influences ?

Back then there were a few writers floating around but no one that I saw was too serious about it. Untill I started back up in 95 I was looking at alot of graff. Ces, Poem, Per, Daim, Loomit, T-Kid and Yes 2, I believe where my greatest influences when I started painting with them around 98. Now I still vibe off of these and other writers with the things that they do. I try not to copy what I see but if im sketching an outline and it comes out on paper so what. No one should ever feel bad about being influenced if its your boy. Its almost impossible to not get influenced by these guys when youve painted with them so often. I usually take what i want. If i like it, its mine, obviously with my own flavor added. I try not to blatantly use something intentionally though. Mostly I draw inspiration from what goes on around me. Whether it be negative or positive.

- The important steps of your evolution?

I would have to say the amount of pratice, energy, patience, dedication and drive is what helps you evolve as an artist. Talent also goes a long way. Keeping an open mind is a great thing to have. Although if I cant see your letters in a piece I not into that. I like to actually see the letters. I admit to trying the abstract thing but it definitely wasnt for me. So in a sense i am closed minded when it comes to letter styles. I like what i like !!!

- Whats your definition of graffiti ?

Artistic Vandalism. I admit to I do it every so often. Its fun but at a cost. No one wants to spend the weekend in central booking. The judge doesnt come on the weekends homie, so you gotta be smart!!!

- Which atmosphere do you like most when you paint ?

Hmmm thats a good question because it has changed over the years. I used to like painting with a bunch of people but for some reason i dont like it as much anymore. I have always liked my 1 man walls I do. 2 man walls or 3 man walls are dope too. The problem is if you start cramming 20 people on a wall, shit just isnt on point visually anymore after that. Too much crap crammed into one space is wack and not visually appealing. Thats just one mans opinion.

- Which crews do you belong to ?

4 Delf the one man crew !!! For real though i dont rep any crews these days ! Its too much responsibility to keep people happy. Im usually not a people pleaser so the crew thing didnt work out for me. I dislike feeling pressured to do anything. I like being free to do and paint with who i want. I am down with a few crews but more on a friend level than anything. Peace to BTC, BRT, KD, GOD, TNB, TM7, SM, TDS, FC, YKK and 4 Delf !!!

- Who are the FX crew members ? Do you paint only with them ?

Sorry to disappoint, but i havent repped FX in over 3 years.

- With who do you usually paint today ?

Well when time and deadlines allow me to have free time to paint i usually like to paint with friends i trust. If you cant trust someone in certain situations then they are not worth your time. People are funny, they shit on you and then expect to have everything be the same it was before. Not me, i dont have the time to be wondering if my boy is going to turn on me or if they are ripping me off. I cut off the people that make me feel that way. I have done it with life in general and in my graffiti career. The ability to drop shitty, uninspiring and negative people from your life is a great character trait.

- What about the evolution of the Graffiti scene in the USA ?

Well all shit talking toys, bitter old school haters aside I think the USA has produced some of the freshest styles known to man !!! Particularly in New York, the mecca. There are so many dope writers out here in the USA in general though. Its funny how even with the persicution of graffiti by our government, writers styles still flourish, trains still get done and bombing still gets done.

- In the USA and more particularly in New York, who are the active writers which advance the movement currently?

EVERY writer that picks up a can of paint advances the movement ! Doesnt matter where you are from, if you are painting you are advancing the movement. If you keep praticing and rocking you will shine eventually. People will have no choice but to notice. Whether your goal is going all city or rockin fresh backgrounds and burners !

- In which countries did you paint ? Which countrys Graffiti scene do you prefer ?

I havent been anywhere outside the US except Canada. I love the vibe in Canada ! Very cool and chill. But I cant deny there is no place like home !!!

- What do you know about Europe ? Which writers do you know ?

To be honest I dont know any writers from europe although I have met many ! I think Europe has taken what has been done in the US to another level. Its cool to see its way more accepted in Europe at least if its not being accepted in the USA. It doesnt seem to matter for us though in US, our writers still shine even if we cant all do the background thing. Its about letters plain and simple. If you know this it doesnt matter what part of the globe you are in. Your style evolves, continuously changes and turns into what its supposed to be all on its own.

- How has graffiti evolved since you began ?

A lot easier access to supplies like dope german and spanish paints, caps, magazines, books and videos. A bunch of writers coming out with products for other writers and fans of the art, from toys to books !! Thats very dope to see its great to see writers use their art as marketing vechiles. Using what you know to self promote. Its all about getting up ? Fuck it, now we can get up globally!!! Individual writers styles have also evolved there are always those particular writers you cant help but to keep your eye on their evolution.

- Do you work on other mediums like the computer ?

Well since graphic design is what i do for a living, i try and stay ahead of the game for myself. I try and advance my skills with the computer graphics thing as much as time allows. Im always trying to learn a new software. 3d modeling/animation, digital illustration, digital video editing/effects, web design, beats and graffiti wild style letters are what makes me happy in life.

- Can you tell us about your sculptures, canvases and drawing work ? Which tools do you use ?

Thats a good question actually because i havent touched a canvas in 3 years ! Thats always bothered me so this year im doing a couple things like some skateboards and sneaker shit i got in the works. Just tryin to work out the ideas. I dont want to paint on cool things like a skateboard to play myself and do something quick just to do it. I want to plan them out and dedicate the proper time to each one. So inbetween busy deadline times with work i see myself doing these things this year. Go to http://www.eazoneproductions.com for updates. I might sell them i might not, not too sure yet. Maybe if i get enough people that are interested i will put them up on eBay or something, Who knows.

- So what is going on with your The Future of Graffiti DVD?

Oh great things. I have sold many copies already. It has been out about 2 weeks before christmas i thought people didnt know about the dvd yet but i got them out and sold alot of copies before christmas in NY and online so i guess people where paying attention to my claim of a Fall 2005 release ! I really like how it came out in the end. I put alot of time and energy into that project and i feel it shows. The Future of Graffiti : Letter Style and Pinting Techniques DVD. It was a solo prodject from start to end i did all the editing, authoring, 3d animations,alot of the content, soundtrack and the associated website. The interviews i have on there of Ces, Cope 2, Ovie, T-Kid and Zephyr came out great. I dont think i have ever seen a better interview from some of these guys.

I was originally was going to do this project 5 years ago when it was first talked about. Nothing ever got done wth the idea for years so i did what i could to make it come to life alone since no one could help me on the production side and i wasnt in FX anymore for about a year before i decided to do the project. Im glad i did it. I felt like it needed to be done for various reasons. One : because it has never really been done before. Two : because i felt oppressed in other parts of my life so this helped me concentrate and dive into something full force. Three : to show myself that i could do it and finish it by myself.

The better part of the beginning of this project was just learning a 3d animation package i have never thought would be so complicated. I was using simple animation packages before this that couldnt do he character animation that i wanted to do. I thought i would have been in prison or dead by now so this is a big deal for me to accomplish all i have done in over the past decade.

- Do you feel like with this DVD youve done will help the new generation painting ?

I hope it does help whoever watches it. To watch this DVD it doesnt matter if you have been painting for a while or just started.
I explain my approach to techniques of how i lay paint down onto a wall. I also go through some lettering in the style section. i do one letter as it where part of a piece to better concentrate on how i go about doing it. If i did a whole piece and broke down every letter it wouldnt be right considering i only had but so much space to work with on the DVD to begin with. Plus i feel its better to work on your style one letter at a time. For example when i sketch i will do a few Es then a few As then a few Zs. By doing that one letter will inspire me to expand to my other letters and finish the outine completely ready to take to paint. Which of course will also change when i get to the wall since i usually change the final outline while im painting.

- Is your graffiti art a hobby or as a profession ?

I feel like I do it for alot of reasons when i think of it. I do it to relax, express and lose myself. To show the world that im here and all the negative people who doubt or hate me to fuck off. I admit to being fueled by hate directed at me sometimes. Coming out on top is what makes it all worth while in the end. I guess i take it pretty serious, more serious than i thought i would have in the past. But it doesnt pay the bills so i know where to keep it in the priority stack of things to do.

I dont think i could just paint for a living. I have so many things i like to do to get paid with. I want to keep my graffiti career as a just for fun thing and maybe sell some artwork and DVDs along the way. The important thing to me is to have a good time doing it. If you have that on your side it whatever you do comes out that much better. Thats why I like to do one man productions the most. I blast the radio and just paint Im pretty simple to make happy. All i need is a couple cases of paint and a freshly buffed blank concrete wall to have a good time. Its my thing to do. Since its my thing to do i am never bored. There is always something to draw or paint.

- Which are your projects in the future ? What do you reach now ?

I have a few projects in the horizon from the skateboard thing and sneaker thing to parts 2 and 3 of the Future of Graffiti DVD.

Stay tuned to http://www.eazoneproductions.com to see whats cooking. If you want you can email me to be part of my mailing list so when shit hits the fan you will be the first to know ! just send me an email!

Yes, I created the content , visuals and audio for it from start to end.

- Is there a special film school or a design school you went to? Where did you learn to do all of that?

Nope. All self taught skills. Studying books and experimenting all day and night for months on end. Everything I have learned and studied was never handed to me. I bust my ass to learn the things I learn to be a better designer and an asset to any company that hires me. Unfortunately Im definitely not a dude that has been blessed with a family that has money so I had to learn on my own. It took me 2-3 years to finish this DVD. The average animator from what I have read can take anywhere from 5-6 months for 5 minutes of animation. Considering I had no clue what i was doing it took me alot of trial and error to get to where i was somewhat pleased with the final rendered piece of animation.

- Are you available for custom commisioned work ?

Yes, I am graphic designer by trade so i am accustomed to doing freelance work. Everything from production ready artwork to soundtracks and beats. Serious inquiries only please.

- Do you have any other products available for purchase?

Well besides me working on the continuation of "The Future of Graffiti DVD" Series, I have a limited edition kit available soon to the public. The reason i didnt make it available to the public yet is because i wanted to give my online customers the first crack at purchasing it. It was fun putting that kit together. I will hopefully have more kits available from other artists in the near future! Stay tuned in the news section of my site!

- Going to paint ! I will finish this section off soon !

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