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Michael Kershnar Around Town

San Francisco
Around Town
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Market and 6th Street

Hemlock Alley
Caledonia Street, The Mission

These are all by Mike Kershnar

The Citrus Report did a great interview with Mike, a fun excerpt: The greatest way graffiti has changed my life is the ever-present knowledge that whatever the visual landscape is, it has the potential to be artfully altered. Like if the intersection of Haight and Ashbury is important to me because of what it represented culturally, then I can make sure there is always a visual reminder of me around.

According to StudioVisit: Michael Kershnar is a 32-year old artist from California. His background in urban skateboarding and wilderness survival has given him a lifestyle that is in constant motion

 


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5 responses to “Michael Kershnar Around Town”

  1. Lowell Avatar

    I don’t know whether to laugh or cry! 😉

    Just kidding. Sort of. That first one appears a bit fierce. But the man is certainly talented! Thanks for sharing!

  2. RedPat Avatar

    They are wonderful! I am off to check out his site.

  3. gina Avatar

    Wow — they are powerful images! I love the colors he uses. Will check out his website.

  4. AVCr8teur Avatar

    Quite a collage of street art. Interesting how some of these windows are painted over. Not sure if they can look out or if the building is occupied.

  5. bfarr Avatar

    Thanks for sharing the link to Michael’s web page. His work is really amazing.

    His street pieces are pretty terrific too.