5 POINTZ

VONJEFF – COUNT ME IN

bisco — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:51:03 +0000

5PTZ armory art week

bisco — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:07:11 +0000

For the second year, 5 Pointz was asked to be part of the armory art week , showcasing LIC march 8th 2013.

From Bricks to Blades: Curated by resident artist Luis Zimad Lamboy, this show displayed the stencils work of 4 artists. The idea this year was to display numerous ways of integrating the stencil or pochoir technique on canvas work. Stencil is one of the most organic and ancient elements of human made art, and has become an essential technique in graffiti and street art.

The pop up show at 5 Pointz gallery , showcased work by Meres one , Sinistar, Spud and Zimad.

Despite heavy snow, the show was a success attracting a diverse and very international crowd. Pieces sold to New Yorkers but also to British , French, and Italian collectors.

armory art week at 5 Pointz gallery

Close up on Zimad

artist Sinistar

Meres one s bright ideas

curator Zimad and DJ Polo

stencil show for Armory art week 2013

THE 4MULA – wrap up

bisco — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 19:05:34 +0000

Last weekend in Brooklyn the Low Brow Artique opened their show titled “The 4Mula”, a collection of art from the NYC members of the TD4 crew. The crew came together for this 7 man show to celebrate creation and rep the arts. Zeso, Bisco Smith, Zimad, Meres, Bishop203, Leias, and Just One were all in attendance. Bishop203, owner of Low Brow Artique / TD4 Member, and all around good fella hosted the show in his space, which if you’re in BK you should go check out. There are monthly gallery shows, fresh paint, and dope inspirations all around.

Mid week after a night of hanging art and catching up we got word a blizzard was coming. Damn.. who wants a blizzard when you have a show planned? Just like that Nemo hit NY early Friday and slowed the city down. There is something beautiful about the snow in NYC, but not when you’re trying to get the world out to a show. With the weather on storm the show went on and we had over 150 people in the house hanging out and beating the blizzard blues. A big thank you to everyone that wrapped up and made it out. The night was special in so many ways, we all really appreciated you coming through.

All in all the opening was a great success. Because of the blizzard, Low Brow Artique planned a snow date second round opening on February 15th. The attendance was doubled and the vibes were great. A lot of art was sold, a lot of inspiration was taken away, and I know from the TD4 side we are super excited to get busy on the next one. If you are interested in any of the work, the artist, location, or future shows feel free to hit us up!

Big shout to the whole TD4 crew, Low Brow Artique, M Events, and all the fresh New Yorkers who came through, showed support, purchased art, and made it all what it is!”

Video by PXLsmart

flyer stacks

left to right : Zeso, Bisco Smith, Zimad, Meres, Bishop, Leias, and Just One

Zeso

Bisco Smith

Zimad

Meres One

Bishop 203

Leias

Just One

The Blizzard came

and so did the people

G-wiz, Meres / gallery ups

The peoples / Just Ones

Top Left : Jameson / Meres – Army of Light / Bottom: the crew – (wheres Leias?)

The 4mula Opening take 2

bisco — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:01:16 +0000

New artworks by Meres, Bisco, Bishop203, Just One, Leias, Zeso, and Zimad. Due to the snow last week we are having a second opening reception Friday Feb 15th 6-10 pm at Low Brow Artique. 143 Central Ave BK. We hope to see you at the opening and if you can not make it, stop by Low Brow anytime until March to check it out.

Boom Box Beats

bisco — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 03:17:10 +0000

We just got blessed by some fresh beat makers with the goodness for the websites boom box. From the east of NYC to the west of LA this little collection should keep your heads rocking while running through the site. For more info, music, and to link up with the artists peep the links below.

Bisco Smith – In The Right (7′s)
for more music: Soundcloud

Malik Abdul Rahmaan – The New Standard
for more music: Soundcloud

Protius Undigenous – Hunchback of notable fame
for more music: Soundcloud

Quazzar – Package stow stick up part 2
for more music: Bandcamp

Isaac Sawyer – No Cigs
for more music: Soundcloud

T-shirts now available!

bisco — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 22:54:28 +0000

For the new year we teamed up with the folks at Daylight Curfew and are now selling our products through their online shop. All shirts are now available for purchase online. More apparel, artist collabos, and art prints coming soon!

5 Star (white / black) $25.00 - $28.00

Knockout (grey / white) $25.00 - $28.00

Classic (white / black) $25.00 - $28.00

10 Years (grey / white) $25.00 - $28.00

Floater (white / black) $25.00 – $28.00

The Jelly Bean of 5 Pointz …aka Shiro

bisco — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 23:42:17 +0000

The Jelly Bean of 5 Pointz… aka Shiro
I love Jelly beans, the shape, the flavors, the packaging, Jelly beans make a bad day brigther, a sugar crave go away… If Shiro was a candy she would definetly be a Jelly bean , and to us she is that multicolored sweet fix…Miles of smiles the minute she arrives in the loading dock, an incredibly positive energy, and of course, Mad talent… We had this interview in the works for a while. But now more than ever we want to express how much she means to the 5 Pointz fam…
She kindly took the time to answer questions in between two planes… And we are happily making this day the Shiro day.
What’s playing in your ipod right now?
–I play Japanese rap, and mix tapes of US middle school hip-hop which are from my DJ friend.

Why did you pick aerosol art as a medium rather than paint and brush?
–I can paint big and quick on any surface with spray paint. Also I am lazy, so it’s good because I don’t have to bring anything around except cans and tips. Then I can paint right away.

What is graffiti to you?
–Very important method to show people who I am.

What does 5 Pointz represent to you?
–School, friends, church, temple, castle, and mecca. 5 Pointz is my best favorite place in the world next to my home.

You are a tiny girl in a big man’s world, do you feel you had to work extra hard to get respect as a writer?
–Sometimes I get in tough situations, but I work with good people who I can trust. So it’s all good^^ We respect each other.

What are your favorite colors?
–Pink, Purple, Yellow, White and Turquoise.

Your characters girls are, to me, very manga oriented? Would you agree?
–May be. I don’t try to make them like Japanese Manga. But I grew up with Manga in Japan. So I can’t deny the influence from it. I love Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Quest. lol

Would if be fair to say that your characters are very similar to, almost, superheroes? Are you trying to empower woman with a sense of humor?
–My characters are other versions of myself. They are me and what I wanna be. I don’t hide myself. Sense of humor? I wish.. lol

Your regular job is in the medical world, as a nurse , do you feel art can cure?
–Yes. To express ourselves as we are through art or music or dance is a good way of accepting ourselves and who we are. Somebody who accepts who he or she is, is always feeling comfortable with him or herself.

To all of you reading , we are pleased to confirm that Shiro is safe home in Japan. I asked her if her characters were somewhat superheroes, well to me, today more than ever, Shiro is a super hero .. Home dealing with constant threats, she did and does what she does best. She wore her favorite colorful kicks, took a bag on paint… And gave her time and art to the community… Live painting in a park to uplift the spirits of her home town…

Be safe Shiro ,
Much love
M for the 5 Pointz team

5PTZ Vid clip – Graffiti is Legal

bisco — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:26:35 +0000

“THA RECIPE”

bisco — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:24:06 +0000

5 Pointz Documentary

bisco — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:17:33 +0000