“Rain threatened but ultimately did not dampen the mood at yesterday’s Urban Arts Fest in Bushwick, an event presented by Mark Batty Publishers,” reports photographer Martha Cooper. “The venue was Castle Braid, a brand new apartment complex in the heart of what used to be one of the most desolate neighborhoods in the city.”

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Eine (Juxtapoz #95) is scary. No, he’s a vandal. Even a monster. All these monikers could be attributed to this veteran graffiti writer if you simply accept his notorious street artwork at face value. That would be a terrible mistake, however.

Esao Andrews paints a bleak and mesmerizing surrealist dream world.  He coaxes humanity out of his gothic subjects with gentle brushstrokes and sympathetic treatment. Check out his answers to our Back Talk questions and a preview of works from his upcoming show “Farewell Avery” here.

A true Los Angeles native, Kofie is unafraid of staying relevant though his continued artistic progression. This top-notch draftsman has moved to mixed media works over graffiti in recent years. Kofie is also our next featured artist part of the Juxtapoz 15th Anniversary Art Auction. 

Porto Alegre, Brazil has been the place to be for new artwork. “Fita Tape Gallery/Complexo Master hosted Stephan Calma’s documentary and new Void magazine launching last week,” writes Ana Ferraz. “It was a great party, with the Djs Dazz le Groove and Punkah, and the band Damn Laser Vampires.”

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