Artist Interview with Eddie Gangland

 

1. When did you first get into street art? 

 

I’m a late bloomer. I was actually a photographer for many years before I ever touched paint. I got into street art in 2019.

 

2. How did u come up with that grenade character?

 

I used to travel a lot for work and would always doodle on the plane. I’ve always believed I’m a lot like a grenade. One day I was flying back home from a job and doodled this on a napkin during a flight and the rest is history.

 

3. Would you say you are more of an artist or an activist?

 

I believe I can be both but I would say I find great joy in maki art and use the proceeds from my art to help fund my activism.

 

4. Where have you been most active over the years and how has the scene changed around you?

 

I have traveled all over the world; have spent a large chunk of time in Latin America. I think the art scene is booming over there and doesn’t get enough credit. Shout out Colombia and Puerto Rico.

 

5. Who are some of your inspirations and favorite artists?

 

I am inspired to be great. Had you asked me who my favorite artist was 2 years I would have probably ignorantly responded Warhol. I wouldn’t respond with Warhol today.

 

 

6. What advice would you give the younger generation that’s getting into the game now?

 

Create every single day. Every single day. Doesn’t matter if you doodle, write a poem, or finish a masterpiece. Create something everyday and don’t worry so much about tomorrow or when you’re going to be famous. Create for today.

 

7. Do you have a favorite piece of art that you have done in the past?

 

I honestly don’t. My wife would laugh at this question and tell you that my favorite piece of art is whatever I finished that day because I’m always saying how I think my most recent piece is my greatest. She gets me.

 

8. Are there any current projects you are working on that you want to talk about or plug?

 

I recently had a chance to work with @Efdot which was really awesome because I think he makes great art. I’m working on new art every single day. Tune in to my Instagram to see what I made today.

 

9. Any shout outs you want to give to anyone in the scene or in general?

 

Shout out to my wife who deals with my craziness on a daily basis.

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