3D Street Art

I love how the evolution of the 3D graffiti and street art movement has come along over the years. Having all these artists featured in one place, at the same time, is big! Even better, Erni Vales – a pioneer of the style – put it together. – Roger Gastman, graffiti historian, curator and art dealerErni’s book is a must have for any artist whose serious about 3D lettering – Cey Adams, artist and authorErni has been a great friend since our days at High School of Art Design. I remember opening a closet in Erni’s apartment back then, from floor to ceiling were black books – obsessed with collecting, acknowledging and observing other artists’ work. And here he is today – many years later – still revering the work of his peers, bringing light to the brilliant artists in this book. The brilliant artwork. He was incredible then and a master now, not only in his artistry, but in his generosity – Lisa Leone, photographerA woman taking a bath in milk and flowers on a building in Adelaide? Check. A rocket about to take off from a building in Rotterdam? Check. You may never look at a blank wall again and think, ‘I wonder what it would look like with…’ * Artmag *

Erni Vales is best known for his development of the 3D graffiti style that has influenced thousands worldwide. Way back in the eighties, a young artist was sneaking out from his home to find his way and put his name onto the flanks of subway cars and walls. By the nineties he was transforming the walls of New York City to Chicago and Miami into his personal canvas. He went on to paint murals for two major TV series, The Flash on CBS and Viper on NBC, as well as for notable movies such as Seven. He also collaborated with famed photographer David LaChapelle, creating sets for many celebrities such as Madonna, Elton John, Mariah Carey and Eminem.