Visual Noise: Walls Talk - Dogma Slaps

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Visual Noise: Walls Talk, TRP613 and Urban Ninja sit down with Toronto street artist DOGMA, a creator who has carved out a unique space in the city's sticker and wheatpaste scene. Known for his unmistakable dog character and thought-provoking street interventions, DOGMA's work can be found layered throughout Toronto's urban landscape. His project, Dogma Slaps, has become a recognizable part of the city's ever-changing visual conversation.What makes DOGMA's work stand out isn't just the image itself—it's the way he embraces the temporary nature of street art and turns it into part of the creative process. While many artists see tags and vandalism as the end of a piece, DOGMA sees them as the beginning of something new.One of his most innovative techniques is what he calls "Invisislaps." These stickers are protected with a removable clear top coat. When someone tags, scribbles on, or damages the sticker, DOGMA peels away the protective layer, taking the vandalism with it and revealing a fresh sticker underneath. The result is a constantly evolving piece of street art that can be reborn again and again. It's a clever response to the reality that street art lives in a public space where nothing stays untouched for long.Throughout the conversation, DOGMA shares stories from the streets of Toronto, discusses the philosophy behind his work, and explains how repetition, visibility, and adaptation have become central themes in his art. His iconic dog image has become more than just a character—it's a symbol that keeps reappearing across the city, surviving weather, tags, and time itself.This episode explores creativity, impermanence, and the strange life cycle of street art. From stickers and wheatpastes to innovative techniques like Invisislaps, DOGMA proves that sometimes the best way to fight the streets is to work with them.Tune in for a conversation about art, resilience, and finding new ways to leave your mark on the city.Music credit:“Funk Groove Music” by Alex Gus via Pixabay