The term ‘buff diss’ in the context of graffiti and street art refers to the artists’ response to their work being buffed, or cleaned away. It’s a complex interaction between artists and city authorities, but also a fascinating look at the ephemerality of urban expression. This archive explores various perspectives on buffing: from the artist’s frustration to the city’s need for clean spaces. We’ll delve into creative responses – artists who incorporate the buff into their next piece, creating powerful statements about resilience and the fleeting nature of their art form. Explore how artists use buff diss as a catalyst for pushing creative boundaries and reclaiming urban spaces. Discover stories, images, and the unique narrative behind the battle for canvas in the urban landscape.
Buff Diss & Clemens Behr in Berlin
Organised by Ironside, the two Berlin-based urban artists Buff Diss and Clemens Behr created a nice cardboard and tape art installation for the urban art x-mas market Stattmarkt which took place in the Stattbad Berlin rooms during the last two days… I bumped into them during the setup on Friday and took some quick shots of both preparing their collaboration installation. In my eyes, the Australian street art veteran and the talented student from the renown Berlin University of the Arts are an urban art dream-team due to the fact, that their preferred materials (cardboard and wood vs. tape) and styles (3D installations vs. 2D tape art) complement each other ! ...
