“Connectivity” – A New Mural by Futura2000 and Os Gemeos in Queens, New York City
Graffiti legend Futura2000 and Brazilian twins Os Gemeos teamed up to paint a majestic mural on the wall of Benjamin N. Cardoza High School in Queens (New York City). Legendary graffiti photographer Martha Cooper was also there to take iconic shots, like this one with B-Boy world champion Neguin.
Neguin with Os Gemeos – Photo by Martha Cooper
The character’s sunglasses are an exact replica of Futura’s subway Break piece from 1980.
Futura2000 iconic piece ‘Break’ – Photo by Martha Cooper
This wall is one of many on the school now being painted as part of Branded Arts project.
Ciao, my name is Giulia. I’m a writer specialised in street art and graffiti. Since 2011 I’ve been running this independent street art blog, which has been the media partner of major street art festivals across Europe. I was the Communication & Content Manager of Amsterdam’s STRAAT Museum and now I’m a freelance writer and content creator based in Rome. I work with creative enterprises and museums, and my writing has been published in street art catalogues and art publications.
I also write "Beyond the Walls", a monthly newsletter of editorials and critical insights into the world of urban art, and in 2024 I launched the book series "As Seen on the Streets of…", an independent publishing project that captures the cities shaping the global street art movement through my personal experiences, in-depth research, and the voices of local street artists.
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