May 04, 2024 1 Min Read
Richard Mirando, also known as Seen UA, is an American graffiti artist. He is one of the most well-known graffiti artists in the world and has been referred to as the Godfather of Graffiti.
Life
For the next 16 years, he painted pieces throughout the city and on all subway routes, with a focus on the 2, 5, and 6 trains. He was in charge of dozens of whole-car top-to-bottom shots, many of which have become iconic images of the era.
In the early 1980s, he began producing work on canvas, which was shown in galleries and purchased by museums and private collectors.[Citation needed] He continued to paint New York City subway trains until 1989, long after increased pressure from the MTA had prevented many from doing so.
He appeared in the 1983 PBS documentary Style Wars.
In the late 1980s, he began tattooing and opened Tattoo Seen, which became one of New York City's most successful studios.[Citation needed] His most recent work includes three-dimensional sculpture, mixed media pieces made from reclaimed or discarded materials (often found on the street), and a series of hand-painted MTA New York subway maps. He continues to exhibit globally and create work with and alongside artists such as Banksy.
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