Hello My Name Is: Felon

Name: Felon
Crew: UNL & USA94
City/Country: Sofia, Bulgaria
When did you start writing? I started in 2002.

What’s graffiti for you?
Graffiti is my subculture.

Influences?
I get inspired by old graphic designs, comics, games, and graffiti of course.

Tell us about your city, how is life and graffiti there?
My hometown is Veliko Tarnovo but I moved to Sofia 10 years ago. Sofia is a nice place for graffiti. It has a lot of abandoned places where you can find clean spots. Also, the streets are really chill to paint. To live here is another subject. Last few years the city is really evolving for good. 10 years ago it was a mess.

What keeps you still writing?
I guess I never find anything more intriguing in my life. Also, a lot of my friends are still doing it so it’s really hard to get out of that.

What first made you interested in graffiti and how did you end up on that track?
I remember in my hometown the art school always brought new writers around. Me and my brother used to collect pictures of the graffiti in the streets. Soon after we started painting.

What trends are you seeing now in the graffiti world that you don’t like?
I see a lot of people these days painting the same piece with different colors and they call it style.

What do you do when you’re not painting?
Usually, I work and go out with friends. I also like to travel a lot but that doesn’t exclude painting 🙂

How would you describe your style?
My style is bold and figurative. Almost like a logo. I keep my things simple and easy to read.

Can you remember the first piece you did?
Yes. It was in my hood back in 2002. It was around meter long and it took me 3 hours Haha

Future plans?
I really want to visit Japan. I’m going to New York next month for a show. LA is next so a lot of painting ahead. Stay tuned.

Do you adapt your pieces and tags to the spot/surface?
Yes, I like to approach every spot individually. Sometimes I take my time to see what it will be the best option for that particular wall.

What do you think about the new generation of writers in your city?
The kids these days are progressing very fast but they lose interest soon after they start. I don’t see a lot them lately involving with graffiti.

What are the best and worst aspects of graffiti?
Best – You meet awesome people everywhere around the world
Worst – You can go to jail and meet not so awesome people. Also to fuck up your new clothes is really annoying.

Who do you paint for?
For myself pretty much.

What writers have inspired you?
There are so many… Remio, Sonik, Sawe, Dems, Scien & Klor, Os Gemeos etc. Really amazing artists.

Can you ever feel tired of graffiti?
Yes sometimes. When that happens I try to change the direction. I find that refreshing.

What do you hope people will think and feel when they see your stuff?
Eyeburns B)

FIVE FAVORITES
Spray Paint: MTN94
City: Paris
Markers/pens: Snowman 600, Chrome Uni PX30
Surface: Bricks
Cap: Needle cap

Instagram: @thefelon
Tumblr: felon94.tumblr.com