Art Is A Reflection Of Life - with RISK

This week, Steven talks to fine artist, sculptor, and graffiti pioneer Kelly "RISK" Graval, the man Aerosmith famously called "Risk is to art, what Aerosmith is to Rock & Roll". RISK talks about his background, how he discovered his identity through art, and how artistic expression is the ultimate reflection of the place we're at in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Graffiti and street art was formed on the streets as part of marking territory. In the early days, to mark someone else's territory generally resulted in reprisals. Our artistic identity is a construct built upon the influences and aspirations we experience in our formative years. Our artistic expression is a reflection of the life we live. During our angrier and more experimental years, it's reflected in the work we produce. When we find peace in ourselves, the art carries that message outwards. Collaborations with fashion brands or sportswear brands are not so much an aspirational goal for artists, but more of a rite of passage that generally denotes success has been achieved. BEST MOMENTS  'I hid myself in my drawings' 'Collaboration is a rite of passage' 'We grew up in the gang culture' 'Social media is a double-edged sword' VALUABLE RESOURCES The Steven Sulley Study      Risk - https://www.riskrock.com ABOUT THE HOST The Steven Sulley Study is my take on success. My view is you should have multiple focuses to be a well-rounded individual. Success shouldn't be just one thing like money, for example, it should also consist of a healthy fit lifestyle and thriving relationships. As a person who has made a success in life and also made huge cock-ups I feel I can offer suggestions and tips on how to become successful or at least start your pursuit. My 'Study' has taken resources from reading and education plus being around, my perception, of successful people and I, know a lot of successful people from all walks of life. My 'Study' coming from my experiences in business, investing, sales (my core background), training, boxing and education has enabled me to become well rounded and successful and I will help you in these key areas too. CONTACT METHOD Instagram This show was brought to you by Progressive Media