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The Business of Murals: Emily Strauss & Mural Painter Inc.
Emily Strauss, owner and founder of Mural Painter Inc (MPI) talks with the UP Team to explain the companies founding, mission, and future goals.
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NFT: No Fast Treasure
The non-fungible token continues to alter the art world as we know it, but what is the impact on street art?
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The Big Question: What Does it Mean to Sell Out?
The Big Question from UP Magazine Issue #1 – Money.
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Crime, Money, and Hustle: The Layers of Sean Sullivan [Part 1]
A profile on Sean Sullivan, better known as LayerCake. Covering his upbringing near the Amsterdam Projects to his involvement in the drug trade and subsequent arrest, to his development as a professional artist.
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Street Art Collectors: Two Perspectives on Value
An investigation into what motivates collectors to buy street art. Comparing the perspectives of two collectors, Dan Ovadia, an Upper East Side lawyer, and Bianca ‘Bing’ Cruz, a pastry chef with a knack for treasure hunts, the article compares and contrasts the two subjects’ individual motivations and considerations when collecting art.
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The Business of Art: Graffiti Life
Graffiti Life is a mural painting company that utilizes street art as a business, painting for multinational corporations and hosting workshops. A profile of Graffiti Life’s founder, David Speed, the article follows his journey from illegal street art to successful entrepreneur, detailing the trials and tribulations of creating and managing a company.
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An Artist Survival Guide
Vittoria interviews Dirt Cobain, ButterflyMush, L. Marie Cook, and Leaf8k to discuss their side hustles and street art profitability.
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Kai Aspires to Keep it Real
Kai began his career as a kid trying to save his father from the perils of smoking. From there, it’s all been going up, from the sale of stickers and pins to a prolific career as a street artist. After studying art at prestigious institutions, he began working in the studio as well. Kai details his experiences alongside his meteoric rise to fame.
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The Scull Auction
Lonnie explores a historical perspective on the infamous ‘Scull Auction’ and its ramifications on the art market.
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Putting Down Roots: How Galleries Grow in the Art Market
Christina explores the relationship between artist, gallery, and buyer by profiling local galleries Hashimoto Contemporary, Pop International, and 3RD Ethos.
