Draft:(Bezel) Street Artist

Bezel
Born1987
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Years active1998–present
Known forWickeds

Bezel is a graffiti artist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Active since 1998, he is known for his intricate "wicked" style tags. He is associated with several graffiti crews, including SAM1 (Sly Artistic Masters), 48's, and ISD (Imperial Style Designers).

Graffiti Career

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Bezel began writing graffiti in 1998 in Philadelphia. He is a member of the SAM1 crew (Sly Artistic Masters), a Philadelphia graffiti crew who's entire history is featured in the documentary Sly Artistic City and known for being the creators of Philadelphia's "wicked" style of tagging, created by SAM1 President Notorious BIK.[1]

 
Bezel working on a piece.
 
Bezel and other artists painting during the day.
 
Artwork by Bezel using "blood ink".
 
Bezel's work in a gallery installation.
 
Bezel using roller paint on an abandoned building.
 
Bezel's Hellboy mural in Philadelphia.

References

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  1. ^ "BIKism Philly Graffiti History". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
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