September 2016 marked the 30 year anniversary of people painting graffiti art at West London's most loved hall of fame, Trellick Towers. We thought it was only right to hold a paint jam in celebration of this! Click above to watch the video highlights of the day.
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18 October 2016
Maharishi x PART ONE: Graffiti Legend Series
Maharishi x PART ONE: Graffiti Legend Series
London-based
design house maharishi is releasing a collaboration with New York
graffiti artist Part One, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Harlem
crew ‘TDS’ (The Death Squad) – one of the most significant and
influential groups in graffiti culture.
Beginning
to paint subway trains in the early 1970’s, Part One is considered a
veteran style master and pioneer in the graffiti world. Since joining
TDS in 1976 he has helped form the golden years of subway painting.
The
T-Shirt is limited to only 50 globally and follows a series of related
maharishi collaborations and exhibitions over the last 20 years –
including photographer Henry Chalfant and artists Futura 2000, Sharp,
JayOne, and Neckface. Interested buyers will need to enter a draw at www.maharishistore.com, which closes at noon BST on October 21.
14 October 2016
TRACKSIDE BURNERS RADIO SHOW: Subway Art
If you haven't heard of 'Trackside Burners' radio show, you're missing out. It's our favourite thing to listen to in the shop and probably the perfect soundtrack for the environment; the show takes you on a musical journey of hip hop past and present.
Their latest show focuses on the infamous book Subway Art and is a tribute for all writers worldwide and paying homage to Henry Chalfont and Martha Cooper, the two that made a book which changed lives. It is a must listen to so check out that show here!
DJ Philly's aim is to bring back the pause mix-tape era and beats to make your necks snap. He presents Trackside Burners, a hip hop soundscape for all writers & b-boys/
210 Presents became a member of his brand new
family in 2014. He is part of the Itch FM crew, doing his 'Dusty Crates'
Specials along side DJ Philly on Trackside
27 September 2016
30 Years of Trellick.. The pics!
Last Saturday at Trellick we took over the base of the tower in celebration of 30 years of painting graffiti there. We had a big turnout of people and the kids enjoyed the free workshop throughout the day as well as our free BBQ which seemed to go down a treat. Here's how the day looked:
Click here to see the full set
12 September 2016
Chrome & Black Presents... 30 Years of Trellick Towers- Painting, Food, Music and Kids Graff Workshop
On Saturday 24th September, Chrome & Black brings Trellick to life with painting, food, DJ's and a kids graffiti workshop, all free, in celebration of 30 years of people painting at Trellick. The event is free and open to all, so come down and get involved! It's going to be a day to remember!
23 August 2016
Street Art Auction raising money for London’s Homelessness- Graffiti Street
For a second year running Graffiti Street will be hosting a charity urban art
auction to tackle homelessness and together with your help they will be
able to make a difference.
For this year’s specially curated charity auction, street artists My Dog Sighs (UK), Pichi&Avo (ES), JPS (UK), Bisser (BE), Hunto (IT), Joachim (BE), Pahnl (UK), Nils Westergard (US), 3F (UK) and NME (UK) have all kindly contributed works of art.
The artworks will be auctioned off via GraffitStreet‘s brand new online auction platform, with all proceeds going to London Charity Streets of London (registered charity number 1155242).
You can start bidding on the auction today, 14th August 2016, at 15:00 EST – 20:00 GMT – 21:00 CET
The auction will last for one week and will end on Sunday the 21st August at 15:00 EST – 20:00 GMT – 21:00 CET
Streets of London Homelessness Charity funds specialist support for people who are homeless in London, and raises awareness about homelessness. Streets of London aims to shift perceptions and challenge some of the stereotypes about who homeless people are, and to increase general understanding about the issue and what can be done to tackle it.
For the full piece go here
For this year’s specially curated charity auction, street artists My Dog Sighs (UK), Pichi&Avo (ES), JPS (UK), Bisser (BE), Hunto (IT), Joachim (BE), Pahnl (UK), Nils Westergard (US), 3F (UK) and NME (UK) have all kindly contributed works of art.
The artworks will be auctioned off via GraffitStreet‘s brand new online auction platform, with all proceeds going to London Charity Streets of London (registered charity number 1155242).
You can start bidding on the auction today, 14th August 2016, at 15:00 EST – 20:00 GMT – 21:00 CET
The auction will last for one week and will end on Sunday the 21st August at 15:00 EST – 20:00 GMT – 21:00 CET
Streets of London Homelessness Charity funds specialist support for people who are homeless in London, and raises awareness about homelessness. Streets of London aims to shift perceptions and challenge some of the stereotypes about who homeless people are, and to increase general understanding about the issue and what can be done to tackle it.
For the full piece go here
12 August 2016
Trellick Jam, Sunday 14th August!
THIS SUNDAY, family day at trellick, free food and entertainment and most importantly for the kids!
All welcome.
All welcome.
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