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How Tymon de Laat Bridges Worlds Through His Art
Tymon de Laat is a visual artist from Rotterdam, the Netherlands, whose artwork is inspired by Latin American culture. His work, primarily murals and canvas, reflects his culturally diverse experiences by featuring portraits of people he photographs while traveling. One can find his murals literally across the globe including the US – Miami and New York, Singapore, Germany, Ecuador, Sweden, Uruguay, Bonaire, Poland, Jordan, Portugal, and the Straat Museum in Amsterdam amongst others.
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Thanks to Photography, Graffiti is Reaching Beyond its Borders Worldwide
The exhibition ‘With one eye open’ at Pennings Foundation in Eindhoven offers a comprehensive look at graffiti photography. With spectacular images of the creative process, the artists and the culture behind, it offers a rare glimpse into a world that is usually hidden.
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UP6 – A Portrait of the Dutch Graffiti Queen: Mick La Rock
Mick La Rock, a prominent figure in European graffiti art, began her career in the early ’80s, standing out as one of the first and most well-known female graffiti writers. Inspired by the New York scene, she maintained a commitment to the original style while evolving her practice into abstract forms, exploring minimalistic two-dimensional pieces and recently venturing into three-dimensional sculptures. Despite challenges, she continues to be an influential force in the graffiti scene, challenging gender norms and embracing the enduring appeal and discipline of style writing.