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#MeetAndGraff : Gnasher

  • Jan 30, 2019
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jan 30, 2020



#MeetAndGraff is a short interview series where we meet graffiti artists working on Leake Street and learn more about their style.


Name David


Graffiti Name Gnasher



Social Media Handles Follow Gnasher on Instagram here


What age did you get into graffiti?

For me, it all started in 1985. The growing UK graffiti movement brought some well-known graffiti artists to my hometown of Harlow in Essex. Back then, I was an eager young graffiti writer mainly painting letters and words, but seeing these artists create characters to go with their letters inspired me to develop my own, hyper-real style of spray can art. As I went on to study art and graphic design, I left behind the world of graffiti and travelled the world concentrating on Djing and graphic design. But 16 years later, in 2009, a friend bought a load of spray paint and invited me out for the day: graffiti was back in my life and I was hooked.


Who is your favourite street artist? Probably Smug or Belin.


How would you describe your style? I guess it would be described as photo realistic. But I’m pretty versatile and for commissions, I work with the client to create bespoke art that fits the brief.


What do you want people to feel when they look at your work? My pieces aren’t that deep so I don’t think they cause many feelings! I don’t get the chance to paint on the streets as much as I used to so when I do, I just want people to see them and think ‘that’s cool’.


What do you think about London’s graffiti scene? London has always had a great scene for graffiti


What do you think about legal walls such as Leake Street Tunnel? It’s a great place to go and express yourself.



 
 
 

21 Comments


Jack Thomas
Jack Thomas
Apr 04

This was a really engaging post that perfectly captures the creative energy of the space. The way you highlighted the artists and the atmosphere made it easy to visualize the experience. It’s always inspiring to see platforms supporting such vibrant artistic expression. In the middle of reading, I was reminded of a related feature I came across on https://www.servexpertpro.com/, where creative communities were also discussed from a unique angle. Posts like this truly celebrate art in its raw form—well done!

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aidio
Apr 01

Gnasher's artwork is awesome! Love seeing these vibrant pieces pop up around Leake Street Arches. Gives the area so much character. AI Photo Editing

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Lu Lu
Lu Lu
Mar 17

Great interview with Gnasher! It's cool to see how graffiti has evolved since the 80s. Speaking of fast-paced fun, I've been playing rocketgoal.online lately—it's a blast scoring goals with rocket cars. Anyone else into games like that?

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Nu Chuppy
Nu Chuppy
Mar 03

Loved learning about Gnasher! The creativity in the ragdoll playground really reflects the vibrant street art scene ragdoll playground it's all about bringing community and joy through expression. Can't wait to see more!

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Ruth Sanders
Ruth Sanders
Feb 10

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