Splatrs' Street Art Unearthed

Interviewing the worlds best street artist to talk about what compels them to take their art to the streets.

116. The more you know - Giulia "BLocal" Riva 01/12/2025

116. The more you know - Giulia "BLocal" Riva On Splatrs' Street Art Unearthed this week, Steph sits down with Guilia Riva, a writer, author and blogger in the urban art scene since 2011. Today, Giulia's blog 'BLocal' is one of the biggest documenting the urban art scene. She is a frequently commissioned writer for urban art publications like UP magazine and most recently, she has published the first of a series of urban art books, this one: As Seen on the Streets of Paris. Giulia online: Website: https://www.blocal-travel.com/ Substack: https://giuliablocalblog.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giulia_blocal_riva/ Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/34827000

115. Full Circle - EOIN (Ireland) 11/26/2023

115. Full Circle - EOIN (Ireland) On Splatrs’ Street Art Unearthed this week, Steph sits down with Dublin-based multi-disciplinary artist EOIN, who's been painting professionally for 17 years and is today recognisable for his murals all around the world with his unique twisting style. In this episode, we discuss his coming full circle to find street art and his move into a new style, merging his digital explorations with his physical representations. EOIN online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/28626238

114. No drugs, just art - TRP613 (Canada) 11/12/2023

114. No drugs, just art - TRP613 (Canada) On Splatrs’ Street Art Unearthed this week, Steph sits down with TRP613, an Ottawa-based street artist creating murals, stickers, paste-ups, digital art and sick merch of his signature sailor character. Tyler has been painting since the 90s. He is on the board of directors for Ottawa's annual Hip Hop Festival, House of Paint, he's made his own beer label, and he's basically just doing all sorts of cool, innovative things to bring some colour to the world. TRP613 online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/28471907

113. Art is a Safe Space - Dave Court (Australia) 11/05/2023

113. Art is a Safe Space - Dave Court (Australia) In this episode, we sit down with Adelaide-based multi-disciplinary artist Dave Court, who is truly stretching far into his multi-disciplines, covering street art, painting, sculpture, installations, and epic immersive events. Dave Court online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/28494650

112. Guardians of nature - Hayden Dewar (Australia) 10/22/2023

112. Guardians of nature - Hayden Dewar (Australia) In this episode, we sit down with Melbourne-based muralist and painter Hayden Dewar, whose work is absolutely everywhere in this city, instantly recognisable, with his iconic little hooded creatures making appearances on most of his walls. Hayden Dewar online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/28304096

111. Graffiti never dies - Dan “AWES” Wenn (Australia) 10/08/2023

111. Graffiti never dies - Dan “AWES” Wenn (Australia) In this episode, we sit down with Melbourne-based graffiti artist and professional muralist Dan Wenn, a.k.a. AWES. Dan has been active in graffiti since '86 and has worked professionally painting walls since 2000. If there's anyone who knows what's up from all angles of the graff, street and mural art scenes, it is Mr. Dan Wenn. Dan “AWES” Wenn online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/28231286

110. Two artistic selves - Damien Arena (Australia) 10/01/2023

110. Two artistic selves - Damien Arena (Australia) On Splatrs’ Street Art Unearthed this week, Steph sits down with Damien Arena, a.k.a. Da Imagemaker & Repeat 888, a graffiti, street art and mural artist who balances commercial mural success with his need to create and explore his own individual style and expressions. In this episode, Damien and Steph discuss what it's like to be a commercial mural artist, the other strings in his bow and the happy accident, finding graffiti with his high school friends and turning his passion into his profession. Damien Arena online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27676806

109. Discovering new techniques - HoxxoH (USA) 08/27/2023

109. Discovering new techniques - HoxxoH (USA) In this episode, we sit down with a Miami-based street and studio artist whose work explores concepts like sacred geometry and time. Even if you didn't pick those up in his work, you will have absolutely noticed the abstract ways he plays with colour and the epic techniques he's developed to bring his walls to life. We discuss his adventures and the endless inspiration he finds in exploring new techniques through which to create. HoxxoH online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27689313

108. Art school, street style - Frenemy (Malaysia/USA) 08/20/2023

108. Art school, street style - Frenemy (Malaysia/USA) On Splatrs’ Street Art Unearthed this week, Steph sits down with Frenemy, a graffiti and street artist, illustrator, tattoo artist, author, and world creator who has been painting street art and graffiti for more than 20 years. For Frenemy, painting graff was his art school. The adventure and competition to push further gave him the foundations to develop as an artist and gave him the community to move from country to country, able to plug in, find opportunities and instantly connect with likeminded people to paint with. Frenemy online: Imaginarium game: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27557424

107. Taking over Tandil - Seba Cener (Argentina) 08/13/2023

107. Taking over Tandil - Seba Cener (Argentina) In this episode, we sit down with Seba Cener, an Argentinian muralist, spray painter and artist who's been painting for 13 years. After running amok with spray cans in his hometown, Seba moved to Buenos Aires, built an international street art career, and then returned to Tandil to make his marks again, bringing everyone along for the journey. Seba Cener online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27495660

106. Complimenting Keith Haring - Kyle Confehr (USA) 08/06/2023

106. Complimenting Keith Haring - Kyle Confehr (USA) In this episode, we sit down with multi-disciplinary artist and creator Kyle Confehr, who's been making art in his spare time forever and full-time since 2019. Although Kyle considers himself a muralist rather than a street artist, he is also an avid sticker slapper and has been able to build his career around his unique doodle style, recognised and asked to compliment the late and great Keith Haring. From a chance chat at a gallery to a star feature at the Michener Art Museum, Kyle shares the wild ride to being an artist with all the highs, lows and nuances that come with it. Kyle Confehr online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27453051

105. Painting walls in pen - Kristopher Ho (Hong Kong) 07/30/2023

105. Painting walls in pen - Kristopher Ho (Hong Kong) In this episode, we sit down with Kristopher Ho, a Hong Kong-based artist, muralist, and illustrator who has been active in illustration since 2012, after which he began gradually making waves in the street art scene... What I love about Kristopher's work is that it's unlike anything else I've seen on the streets. It's intricate in its messaging and design, and every single line is carefully drawn with pen! Kristopher Ho online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27481923

104. Opposing the lack - K-NOR (USA) 07/23/2023

104. Opposing the lack - K-NOR (USA) In this episode, we sit down with Brooklyn-based street artist and designer, K-NOR, who's been at it for more than 15 years, exploring the darker side of human nature with vivid creepy creations that grace walls, canvases, toys and merch. Like many New York artists, K-NOR hustles like mad, compelled to put out work that counters the lack of quality he sees on the streets. While there's no shortage of paint on the walls, he's endlessly inspired to put up something better, more challenging, poignant and captivating. K-NOR online: Stay Inside Band Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27309099

103. Street art imploded - King Adz (UK) 07/16/2023

103. Street art imploded - King Adz (UK) In this episode, we sit down with King Adz, an author and film director who has been documenting street culture since the 2000s. He was the first to lift the lid of street art, producing a film about Blek le Rat which subsequently brought him to the masses and unveiled the blossoming street art culture of the 2000s. From there, his books and films have captured all elements of street culture, from fashion and food to street art and youth-grown subcultures. According to King Adz, street art imploded in the 2010s. What’s interesting now is what’s happening outside of the mainstream. King Adz online: KingAdz further research recommendations: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27414894

102. Getting up - yonmeister (USA) 07/09/2023

102. Getting up - yonmeister (USA) In this episode, we sit down with street and studio artist yonmeister, who’s been pounding the streets since 2018 spreading his homies across San Francisco, Venice Beach and beyond. After a chance meeting at a BBQ ignited his street art excitement, Yon’s motivation has been ceaseless. While many artists felt the downturn of COVID, Yon found a unique opportunity to skyrocket his street art practice, winning walls and turning his personal passion into a thriving full-time career. Yon Meister online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27190089

101. Balloon graff master - Fanakapan (UK) 07/02/2023

101. Balloon graff master - Fanakapan (UK) In this episode, we sit down with Fanakapan, a street and sculpture artist who's been active for 25 years, known worldwide for his balloon graff, these iconic inflated goodies that are painted all over the world. Now firmly established in his career, Fanakapan chats about the path here, his compulsion to create, his penchant for extreme sports and the trip that is making a living from doing the thing he loves most. Fanakapan online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Also, check out: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27220800

100. Art is survival - Adrian Dominic (Australia/USA) 06/25/2023

100. Art is survival - Adrian Dominic (Australia/USA) In this episode, we sit down with Adrian Dominic, a multi-disciplinary fine artist, painter and tattooer who's been spraying walls since the 90s, creating otherworldly creatures and designs so varied it’s not possible to apply just one descriptor to his work. Deeply influenced by his younger years, Adrian shares his early experiences in Phoenix’s gang culture, the wild UFO phenomenon normal in his city and the values he has developed around his life and art. Adrian Dominic online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27143649

99. The sweet spot - Lucas Geor (Australia) 06/15/2023

99. The sweet spot - Lucas Geor (Australia) In this episode, we sit down with Lucas Geor, a Melbourne-based multi-disciplinary artist and creative who's known for his whole life that art would be his pursuit. In the studio, his work is bold, poppy, and for 80s babies, totally nostalgic. On the street, his walls play with positioning, making his simple character a larger-than-life feature. Today Lucas does all the things, from street art and murals to fine art and creative direction. Here we chat about his various mediums and aimlessly brainstorm how street artists could band together for better pay and conditions. Lucas Geor online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/27154728

98. Chasing joy - Chris Haven (USA) 05/28/2023

98. Chasing joy - Chris Haven (USA) On this episode, we sit down with artist, skateboarder and musician Chris Haven, who’s been painting the streets for decades, first lettering and then the iconic pyramid people that serve as an endless source of inspiration for him in his work both on the streets and off. His pyramids may be iconic, but Chris is also known for his cityscapes, his merchandise, skateboard projects, gallery work and music production. What may be most interesting, though, is his super mellow approach to his creative endeavours. As though channelled, he just follows what feels good and has made a killer career in the process. Chris Haven online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26529255

97. It’s About Connection - Morley (USA) 05/21/2023

97. It’s About Connection - Morley (USA) In this episode, we sit down with Los Angeles-based street artist and author: Morley, whose work you've probably seen whether you've been to Los Angeles or not. His are the black and white posters with relatable, optimistic messages that hit you in the feels and leave you a little lighter as you go about your day. Attracted to the human condition, the experiences that unite us and connect us, Morley talks about his motivations, his work and the wisdom he seeks to learn and share about how to navigate this life. Morley online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26876541

96. Hooked on poetry - Laser 3.14 (Netherlands) 05/14/2023

96. Hooked on poetry - Laser 3.14 (Netherlands) On this episode, we sit down with street artist and street poet Laser 3.14, who’s been spraying messages poignant, thoughtful, sometimes humourous and sometimes confronting on the streets of Amsterdam and beyond. This is a great deep dive into Laser 3.14’s background, his absolute love for creating, and an insight into his unbelievably chill approach toward his art and his passions. Laser 3.14 online: Laser 3.14 music: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26586102

95. Fresh Take - Keya Tama (South Africa/USA) 05/07/2023

95. Fresh Take - Keya Tama (South Africa/USA) In this episode, we sit down with muralist and artist Keya Tama, who's been doing shows and painting murals since just 13 years old. Ever curious about other creative mediums and pushing the boundaries of his practice, Keya has gone through various stages of reinvention and exploration, with a uniquely fresh take on an art medium dating back decades. Keya Tama online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26714919

94. Fire starter - OCOTE (Mexico) 04/30/2023

94. Fire starter - OCOTE (Mexico) On this episode, we sit down with social psychologist and street and studio artist, OCOTE, who started his public art journey as a social psychology project fueled by political angst. Stepping into his artistic self, he has gone on to work across many disciplines, including public art installations, street art, painting, collage, digital illustration and animation. Inspired and influenced by Mexico’s ancient history, as well as contemporary social issues and internet culture, OCOTE’s work is a diverse reflection of the world he comes from and the world he sees around him today. OCOTE online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26527152

93. Spray life - Scott Tarbox (USA) 04/23/2023

93. Spray life - Scott Tarbox (USA) In this episode, we sit down with Texan muralist and artist Scott Tarbox, who has been spraying walls for almost a decade, sharing his vibrant creatures across the US and abroad while also working on several other creative mediums, both in the studio and on the streets. Discussing the pure bliss of painting walls and the challenges that plague all artists in this space, Scott gives us a good look into the give and take of professional life in this industry. Scott Tarbox online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26622129

92. Radical integrity - Chris RWK (USA) 04/16/2023

92. Radical integrity - Chris RWK (USA) On this episode, we sit down with graffiti and street artist Chris RWK, who started at just 11, crazy about graffiti, both documenting and participating. Running off just a few hours of sleep each night, Chris is insanely prolific. He paints the streets, makes merch and toys, and produces hundreds of pieces over any given year as he dives head-first in gallery shows, forgoing evenings and weekends to capitalise on life while he’s living. Chris RWK online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay. /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26434971

91. Dissecting fetish - Anne Bengard (Germany) 04/09/2023

91. Dissecting fetish - Anne Bengard (Germany) On this episode, we sit down with figurative artist and muralist Anne Bengard, whose oil paintings and drawings explore themes around intimacy, connection and fetishisation. While on walls, naturally, her subjects are more broad, informed by location and community. Here we discuss how she got started and what drew her to her subject. Anne Bengard online: Exhibition and workshops from April to August at: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26434902

90. Life between worlds - George Rose (Australia) 04/02/2023

90. Life between worlds - George Rose (Australia) On this episode, we sit down with amazingly talented and super lovely multi-disciplinary artist and muralist George Rose, who has spent the last eight or so years pouring her passion into murals, travelling non-stop, and living a split life between home and the road. George Rose online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26372574

89. Poetic creative exchange - MOTS (Portugal) 03/26/2023

89. Poetic creative exchange - MOTS (Portugal) On this episode, we sit down with the stunningly talented Artist duo MOTS, a.k.a. Jagoda Cierniak and Diogo Ruas, who collectively bring their skills in photography, painting, illustration, and visual arts to their collaborative murals. If you don't know them already, these two are painting massive, guache-like textured walls with incredible abstract, slash surrealist style paintings that kind of tease the realist boundaries. Together they develop the concepts and build the style before each takes on different facets of the project to bring together their masterpiece. This is a fun one learning about life as an artist duo and the many adventures on the street art festival trail. MOTS online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26256909

88. From one artist to another - Danielle Weber (Australia) 03/19/2023

88. From one artist to another - Danielle Weber (Australia) On this episode, we sit down with muralist, studio artist and entrepreneur Danielle Weber, who's been building her business for 12 years, learning by trial and error but continually conscious of how to pay her lessons forward. Already actively mentoring other artists, everything Danielle does goes back to her community. This is an episode filled with tips and in-depth chats about the beauty and challenges of the artist's life. For the NFT interested, Danielle and I have another episode over on Street Art Collector, where you can hear all about what she's doing in that space. Danielle Weber online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26007798

87. Riding the wave - Finsta (Sweden) 03/12/2023

87. Riding the wave - Finsta (Sweden) On this episode, I sit down with multi-disciplinary Swedish artist, Finsta, who has a history in graffiti, an education in graphic design and an extremely successful and full artistic career spanning 25 years or 30 if you go back to his early graffiti days. Finsta's artistic path is unlike any I've ever heard before. Ambitious, encouraged and industrious, Finsta's graffiti and public art career took off in his teen years, and he's been working hard in the scene ever since. After recently closing an exhibition of his life as an artist, The Return of Finsta, at the Skissernas Museum in his hometown, we had the great chance to reflect on how he rode the waves pursuing whatever felt good and watched it culminate into a flourishing career and a life beautifully lived. Finsta online: Street Art Collector podcast: Podcast producer and sponsor links: Music by RomanBelov from Pixabay /episode/index/show/streetartunearthed/id/26205162

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