Urban Culture: Exploring Street Art, Graffiti & More

Delve into the fascinating world of urban culture with our archive of insightful articles. We explore the diverse artistic expressions that thrive in cityscapes, from the bold strokes of graffiti artists to the intricate details of street murals. Discover the stories behind iconic pieces, learn about the artists who shape urban landscapes, and understand the social and political contexts fueling this vibrant movement. Explore the history, evolution, and impact of urban art forms and uncover the hidden narratives etched onto the city’s walls.

Amateur Magazine Preview

Art Magazine | After I wrote about the Amateur Magazine from Switzerland last year, one of their editors promised me to send some issues of their mag, so that i can have a direct view. Recently I received the two latest issues… I feel really positive about this urban art, illustration, design and culture magazine which is published regularly for two years now. In my opinion it’s worth to support the Amateur Magazine team and their professional print product, for what reason I took some quick insight-the-mag shots while I relaxed in Berlin’s warm January sun today. ...

Live Underground - Urban Music

I love it to listen to the various sounds, songs and voices of the often talented musicians in the subway-stations or trains. In my opinion they are part of the urban culture as well as the subway graffities or the tags on the ticket automates! Mike Kobal recently published his first subway music sample video, which shows really talented people from New York! When I watched it the first time, I got very impressed and a bit jealous, because here in Berlin, I often see people playing a didgeridoo or a accordion, but I can’t remember ever having seen an entire band or a saxophonist… ...

Crack Mag #02 - Urban Magazine

Some weeks ago (almost a year after the first test issue), the new, second Crack Mag issue was published! The urban magazine delivers urban culture and lifestyle feeling and features a exquisite selection of work from street artists, photographers and musicians. This time, the “Crack For Your Eyes” crew collected art by Snub23, Fake, Mr. Zero, Chase and other famous people. The mag itself is very clear, structured and convinces with great photos. The about 180 colorful pages and is available online for free! ...

New York & Istanbul City Portrait

After I wrote the article about this very impressive lime lapse video from the streets of New York in 2008, I got a lot of submissions with links to other more or less great videos about urban impressions. ...

Empire Begins - Riding Bikes in New York

At the beginning of the year I wrote an little article for the German Bigod blog about a very interesting project from the US, called “Empire Begins”. Today I will bring this article up to you! Not in the mountains, not in the country and certainly not to relax! Bicycle in the city - In the urban agglomerations, where the traffic is so dense that any overtaking is an adventure. Where one gets momentum by holding on a car. Where only reflexes and skills play a role. Where every mistake can be deadly. There are these boys and girls at home, on the streets of New York! ...