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GKAE SKREW MSK

GKAE SKREW MSK is an internationally acclaimed graffiti writer whose name is synonymous with the title of ‘king’ from New

Nicole McLaughlin’s Creative Climb

*Interview by Lei Takanashi. Photos by Wes Knoll. Nicole McLaughlin is an artist/designer whose upcycled works explore the greater potential

The Street Legacy of Ralph Lauren in Hip-Hop

Ever since the youth of New York’s outer boroughs brought the aspirational vision of Ralph Lauren clothing to the streets,

Polo in the Streets: Ralph Lauren’s Role in New York’s Underground

The Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation was launched in 1967 by a 28 year-old Ralph Lauren, born to a family of

The Gino Iannucci Interview

Gino Iannucci is a legendary skateboarder from Long Island, New York. First gaining recognition in the mid-‘90s through his parts

The Shinpei Ueno Interview

Shinpei Ueno is a Japanese professional skateboarder renowned for his influential role in the community. His videos, skating and design

The Andrew Reynolds Interview

Andrew Reynolds is one of the most influential skateboarders of all time and the founder of Baker Skateboards; a brand

Dash Snow, SACE IRAK

Dash Snow – SACE IRAK was an influential artist, photographer, graffiti writer and cultural icon from New York City. He

All Roses, by Cheryl Dunn

The rise of downtown New York City’s most influential artists, graffiti writers and crews was intimately captured through the lens

Jahmir Brown

Jahmir Brown is a skateboarder born & raised in Philadelphia who rides for Palace Skateboards. Being one of the last

The TIME Interview

TIME is a graffiti writer from London who has been described as a person who lives life the way he

The Kyle Wilson Interview

Kyle Wilson is a skateboarder hailing from East London who went pro for Palace in 2021. At the young age

Strawberry Western with Kisa Shiga

Photos and Interview by David Wang. DW: Ok, first of all, what are you wearing? KISA: I’m wearing the Plaid

The Jason Dill Interview

Words by Angel Cheng. Photos by Wes Knoll. Jason Dill is an iconic and inspiring skateboarder, artist, designer… human. We

Kyota Umeki on Star Team East Village

interviewed by Angel Cheng. Photos by David Wang Star Team East Village is a clothing + accessories brand that began

Ed Templeton

*Photos by Ed Templeton. Introduction writing by Barry McGee. It comes with great pleasure to introduce my dear friend, Ed

RAT RATZ: Milano Centrale

*Interview by Angel Cheng. Photos by Simone Gozzeti and Brisquit. Rat Ratz is a skate-crew formed out of Milano Centrale

Ryan Mettz on Life in NYC

Ryan Mettz is an artist based in New York City, known for his work as a painter and tattooist. In

Outfit Architecture: Artist Edition 001

In 1990s New York City, a subculture created around garments spread throughout the graffiti scene via boosting culture and street

Nicole McLaughlin’s Creative Climb

*Interview by Lei Takanashi. Photos by Wes Knoll. Nicole McLaughlin is an artist/designer whose upcycled works explore the greater potential

KATSU: Transcending Graffiti

KATSU is an artist and graffiti writer whose approach to his work has blurred the lines between the physical space

NYC’s Downtown Scene: Early 2000s

In the early 2000s, New York City’s economic landscape created a world in which one could survive off of little.

Martin Wong

Issue 5, Living Proof Magazine. Martin Wong was an artist deeply embedded in the Lower East Side’s cultural tapestry. His

OJAE FYC

THE JUICE MAN Words & photos by Wes Knoll. Article featured in Issue 5, Living Proof Magazine. “WHO ARE YOU?!

GKAE SKREW MSK

GKAE SKREW MSK is an internationally acclaimed graffiti writer whose name is synonymous with the title of ‘king’ from New

VFR // VFRESH // VEEFER

Resting atop the pinnacle of New York City graffiti is VFR’s legacy. Epitomizing the term “bomber”, having gone all-city numerous

Archival Project

An ongoing project of preservation. Our archive has been updated with 4 digital books: Gates-Tunnels-Highways-Insides. New York, 1990s-2000s. All 4

Jerry Hsu Interview

Jerry Hsu is a legendary skateboarder, photographer & founder of Sci-Fi Fantasy. Esteemed for his switch-stance skateboarding; with video parts

Alex Olson Interview

Alex Olson is an influential skateboarder & artist within the realm of design, breath-work & meditation. At the helm of

Living Proof New York

Angel & Z Radio is now operating under the name of Living Proof New York. Angel & Z Radio was