Write Your Narrative, a South Florida street art podcast.

Jel Martinez, a Cuban American artist born in Miami, draws inspiration from graffiti and the process of vandalism removal. An original member of the Ink Heads Crew, his work reflects the layers and textures of urban walls, merging expressionism with contemporary “buffs”—the patterns left by city cleanup crews. His paintings capture the dynamic interplay of creation, deconstruction, and decay, evok...

Based in the vibrant city of Miami, Weerdo is an artist whose journey began in Mexico and blossomed in Homestead. His artistic inspiration springs from the vibrant worlds of punk and hip hop, intricately linked to his cultural roots. With a foundation in street art and graffiti, Weerdo aims to create a visual uproar, jolting viewers from their complacent routines within the confines of modern soci...

Mars is a talented muralist, graffiti artist, and sign painter based in Miami, with Colombian American roots. Her journey began in 2004 with graffiti, and by 2006, she was studying at the New World School of the Arts in Miami, where she explored fine art, drawing, and photography. By 2014, she had solidified her reputation as a skilled muralist and sign painter in the vibrant Miami art community....

South Floridian artist Louie Diamondz draws his creative spark from the very essence of existence, from the core of an atom to the vast expanse of the cosmos. His unique blend of primitive and futuristic aesthetics stirs ancient echoes within the very fabric of your being, often referred to as your DNA. Through his artistic expressions, he tells the story of science and mathematics, encapsulated i...

From a tender age, Freaky has had a passion for art that knows no bounds. She picked up a crayon as soon as she could stand, and her creativity has flourished ever since. Hailing from Miami and proudly embracing her Mexican roots, Freaky has left her mark on Wynwood with vibrant graffiti murals. As you wander through the neighborhood, her distinctive star characters will catch your eye, a symbol o...

Erni Vales says: Someone recently told me I was old now, for the first time in my life I found that statement to be so funny. Yes, I have been here now many years but old, I don’t think so.  It’s true I was painting subways cars in the 80s at a feverish pace which has brought me “legitimacy” in the graffiti art and commercial world, a world that I remember being a part of hundreds of people, today...

Ryan Ferrell, aka The Wheelbarrow, is an artist and urban art historian from Arizona, now living in Miami. Since 2002, he has exhibited his diverse visual art styles in Wynwood. Inspired by the area's fading fashion district, he created a unique screen-printing performance called Live Fashion Vandalism. His unique style, called Amorphism©, reflects the Taoist idea of Wu Wei, allowing viewers to fi...

Since its inception in 2013 by sisters Danelle Pino and Michele Pino Nuno, WYN 317 has emerged as a dynamic gallery that highlights Miami’s exceptional urban environment with a local flair. This authentic space brings together fresh talent, mid-career artists, and established creators from both the local and international scenes. With a focus on aesthetics that celebrate the city's graffiti scene...

Jose Antonio "Tony" Firpi, a photographer and graphic artist, founded Devious Elements Apparel (DEA) in 2015, inspired by the rich and diverse art scene of South Florida. His artistic vision is shaped by the influences of iconic figures such as David La Chapelle and Annie Leibovitz. Tony's creations are infused with the bold colors, urban flair, and vibrant beach spirit of Miami. Sin...

Sergio J. Quiñonez a.k.a. SURGE, a Postgraffisim artist with roots in Los Angeles and a upbringing in Miami, has taken his bold artistic vision from his sketchbooks to the vibrant streets of South Florida and beyond. His fascination with cartoons and striking colors, along with a passion for hip hop culture, has shaped his creative identity. Surge's dynamic illustrations feature characters tha...

Founded in 2019, Miami Art Society gallery is led by JP Williams, who has been active in the art world for over ten years. His background includes various roles such as art handling, project management, curation, and event coordination. Williams has worked with many respected galleries and institutions in Miami, bringing a diverse set of skills to his gallery, helping it thrive in the global art m...

Meet Steven Reyes, a.k.a. KEDS, a true Miami graffiti pioneer who has been burning with the DAM Crew (The Artistic Mpire) since 1989. He offers a fascinating glimpse into the origins of the Miami graffiti scene, recounting tales from the infamous Miami penits, the legendary I-95 wall, and the abandoned RC Cola factory building. @kedsdamcrew727

Born and raised in the Bronx, NYC, Carlos Solano draws inspiration from his upbringings and experiences. He is inspired by positive energy, music, nature and spirituality which all play a part in his artwork. @itz_csolano

This week, my guest is South Florida contemporary artist and muralist Nate Dee. His Haitian background can be appreciated in his colorful art as well as his murals, painted all over Florida and abroad. In his figurative painting, his characters typically wear masks covering partially their faces. Let’s find out the inspiration and the meaning of it. @natedee

This week, my guest proudly represent the 305 with his art. His name is DISEM. For more than 20 years, DISEM has been painting huge murals of local music and sports legends over his signature graffiti background using Miami’s iconic pink and blue color palette. @Disen305

Yuval Ofir is the creative mind behind Yo Miami, an art and events consulting agency. Yuval's mission is to shine a light on the elements of Miami culture that deserve to be recognized and celebrated. He’s also an entrepreneur, a businessman, an art curator, a community advocate, a writer, a podcast host and a dad… Let’s find out how he can wear so many different hats and stay on top of it. @Y...

This week, my guest is highly acclaimed Miami muralist, Luis Valle, better known as El Chan Guri. Luis was born in Nicaragua but grew up in Miami. Luis Valle's murals reflect his unique artistic style, capturing the essence of cultural diversity, heritage, and the human experience. His artwork bridges gaps, breaks boundaries, and inspires a sense of unity and appreciation for the beauty that s...

Coinslot is well known for his satirical cartoony and sometimes political work. He left Miami 7 years ago to pursue a very successful artistic journey in Los Angeles. Coinslot is back in Miami for a popup exhibition titled “Unfollowed”. He’s not afraid to admit that he has burned a few bridges but he’s going to use the fire to light up his path. @coinslot

This week, my guest is Peter Tunney. Peter is much more than a visual artist and businessman. He believes in humankind and the good that results from performing small acts of kindness. Most recently, his main philanthropic efforts are devoted to criminal justice reform and ending the stigma of mental illness. So, buckle up and jump right into our conversation. @petertunney www.sunnycenterdonation....

Born December of 1991, Ivan J. Roque is a Cuban American artist from Miami, Florida. Burning with a passion for the concepts of birth, death, time, renewal and social dynamics. His influences range from the old masters to the new such as Caravaggio, Marc Rothko, Alexander McQueen, Gianni Versace and Nychos. Roque has been able to accomplish many achievements at his young age, such as working with...

This week, my guest is a post graffiti artist and project conservator based in Amsterdam. Her name is Mick La Rock Mick is one of Europe’s first and most well-known female, graffiti artist. Inspired by the traditional New York school graffiti lettering style, she started writing her name MICKEY in 1983. Her latest exhibition, “Beyond Measure” is on view until August 2024 at the Wynwood Museum of G...

This week, my guest is Derek Wilson a.k.a. Mister Wilson, a Miami artist who’s also an art educator. He has been curating the famous Union Wall at Lincoln’s beard brewing in the Bird Road district since 2017. He recently created ELEVATE, a non-profit art foundation and a school mural project, raising awareness for the visual arts and building a culture that makes attending school exciting. DALE!!!...

This week, my guest is Tyler aka TAB TOONZ. He’s a 12 years old, self-taught digital cartoonist and author, born in Miami. I met Tab Toonz and his parents, 2 years ago at the Museum of Graffiti in Wynwood where he’s taking art classes taught by local and international graffiti artists. He’s without a doubt, my youngest guest! John, his father, will be joining us in the podcast and we’ll talking ab...

Episode 5 with my son Maxence Doytier. Maxence is a community minded art facilitator and curator based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He’s the creator and the driving force behind AOTA, Avenue Of The Arts, a weeklong visual arts festival. With Maxence, we’ll have a conversation about the festival and his future endeavors. Listen up and share. @AOTAfest @rundreadrun @twenty6northproductions

Joan Jimenez a.k.a. Entes, is an Afro-Peruvian artist who’s been painting murals all around the world and in Wynwood for over 10 years. He is considered to be one of the graffiti pioneers in South America. His artwork addresses local issues, in a vivid pictorial way. In the second part of the podcast, I will have a conversation with Supermarket gallery’s director and curator, Maria Gabriela Di Gia...