Language of Graffiti

The

Language of graffiti

a graffiti artist

writer

a group of writers

CREW

a trusted member of the community who does not snitch wears a 'hat' ('honour among theives')

Hat

a well-respected writer

King

a writer who has passed away

angel

a stylized personal signature that contains a writer's name; it's usually written with a marker or spray paint, in one colour

TAG

tag-like drawings of bubble letters designed for quick execution, and usually consisting of an artist's name in only two colours

Throwup

to make a better piece than a rival artist; a burner is a complicated work, often a style statement and usually legal

burn

a complex and labour-intensive graffiti painiting; it should have at least three colours, and often incorporates transitions, shadows and 3D effects

PIECE

designated places on which experienced writers paint sophisticated graffiti, usually legally

hall of fame

two simultaneous train cars painted next to eachother with a single painting

marriedcouple

a writer's sketchbook in which they draw and plan out potential graffiti works, or a book featuring a collection of pieces by other writers.

BLACKbook

train cars which have been completely covered in graffiti; one of the most respected forms of theart form

whole train

graffiti pieces that are painted in places that are particularly hard to teach, such as rooftops, overpasses and freeway signs; often dangerous

heaven spot