A Brief Lesson in Lower East Side Graffiti

This is a work by ANERA one of the 9 members of the Endless Love Crew. This group is devoted to beautifying city streets through art. Much of graffiti in Manhattan is this "poster" style now because it takes alot less time to put up, which means the artists are less likely to be arrested. Spray paint is alot more detailed and increases the risk of arrest. Many, if not most of these artists, have a police record.



This is by another Endless Love Crew artist called Gore-B.



And here are a few more pics for your viewing pleasure. I haven't researched these artists yet. Maybe you can find some clues. Graffiti is like a puzzle. The artists usually give you hidden clues about who they are, and they also communicate back and forth with each other through their art.



UPDATE: This skateboarder is by WK Interact. Thanks to Abe Lincoln Jr. for the update.





UPDATE: The smiley guy is by Borf.