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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

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Dorian “Dot” Cabrera: Licensed Optician

Interviews

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

Lived Lessons

John “Crash” Matos, Pioneering Graffiti Artist

Interviews

Cj Hendry: Australian Hyper-Realistic Artist

Interviews

Highlights

BlusterOne: Graphic Designer and Painter

Interviews

Why Contact High Is My Favorite Hip Hop Photo Book

Lived Lessons

Juan and Amon of Sunday Cigar | Photography by Stephen R. McFadden

Sunday Cigar: A Journey Into Premium Cigars, Culture, and Collaboration

Lived Lessons

Shirt King Phade: Pioneering Graffiti and Airbrush Artist

Interviews

Janette Beckman: Documentary Photographer

Interviews

Maurice Malone: Entrepreneur and Denim Innovator

Interviews

Erica Ford: Human Rights Activist

Interviews

Ralph McDaniels: Founder of Video Music Box

Interviews

Something to Talk About

Rethinking the Business Card: The Matchbook Move

Tired of boring business cards? Learn how custom matchbooks make lasting impressions.

Lived Lessons

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How a One-Minute Time-Lapse Paid My Rent

Lived Lessons

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

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Authentic Hosting: From Writing Scripts to The Main Event

Collabs

Amon Focus, New York Said | Visual Voices

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

Lived Lessons

Cey Adams: Pioneering Graffiti and Visual Artist

Interviews

Al Diaz: Pioneering Urban Artist and Lecturer

Interviews

Craig “KR” Costello: Artist and Creator of KRINK

Interviews

Joffy Top Tiger: Writer and Musician

Interviews

Carl Clay: Founder of Black Spectrum Theatre

Interviews

Lady Pink: Pioneering Graffiti and Mural Artist

Interviews

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Carlo McCormick: Culture Critic and Curator

An engaging discussion with Carlo McCormick on the dynamic interplay between art, music, urban youth culture, and commerce.

Interviews

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Arturo Vega: Designer of the Iconic Ramones Logo

Interviews

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Netic Rebel: Artist and Digital Mystic

Interviews

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Destiny Mata: Photographer and Visual Storyteller

Interviews

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Charlie Ahearn: Director of Wild Style

Interviews

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TAKI 183, Forefather of Graffiti and Mechanic

Meeting with the legendary graffiti artist TAKI 183 revealed insights into his pioneering role in New York's graffiti culture.

Interviews

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Shantell Martin: British Visual Artist and Cultural Facilitator

Interviews

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Jay Maisel: American Photographer and Storyteller

Interviews

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Clayton Patterson: Photographer and Folk Historian

Interviews

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Inspiration

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.

Interviews

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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

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Jeff Staple: Communication Designer

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

Interviews

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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

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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

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Martha Cooper: Documentary Photographer

Martha Cooper reveals insights on perseverance, adaptability, and the symbiotic relationship between artists and documentarians.

Interviews

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

Amon Focus shares his journey of teaching storytelling to Advanced English learners in collaboration with the New York Public Library.

Collabs

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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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KRINK: A Blueprint for Building a Brand

Lived Lessons

byAmon Focus

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

Lived Lessons

byAmon Focus

Rethinking the Business Card: The Matchbook Move

Lived Lessons

byAmon Focus

How a One-Minute Time-Lapse Paid My Rent

Lived Lessons

byAmon Focus

Dorian “Dot” Cabrera: Licensed Optician

Highlights

BlusterOne: Graphic Designer and Painter

Why Contact High Is My Favorite Hip Hop Photo Book

Sunday Cigar: A Journey Into Premium Cigars, Culture, and Collaboration

Shirt King Phade: Pioneering Graffiti and Airbrush Artist

Janette Beckman: Documentary Photographer

Maurice Malone: Entrepreneur and Denim Innovator

Erica Ford: Human Rights Activist

Ralph McDaniels: Founder of Video Music Box

Something to Talk About

Authentic Hosting: From Writing Scripts to The Main Event

Cey Adams: Pioneering Graffiti and Visual Artist

Check This Out

Carlo McCormick: Culture Critic and Curator

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