Monday, March 15, 2010

DJ Martinez

Doesn't want ot be called an artist, wants to be known as a Tactical Media Strategist.
Free-lance artist activist, human rights.
Only exhibits his work when he gets an official invitation to do so which I think shows true passion for his work.
He messes with the societal views.
"I take small opportunities and turn them into something important."
very smart and cunning.
Lets people comment what they want, it seems to propel his work more.
Brings up racism and the stigmas that go along with it.
He work isn't about acceptance, it's about bringing to surface things that people ignore.
He doesn't have an accent and doesn't git the stereotype.
He grew up in the stereotypical way though.
He was always getting beat up as a kid because he didn't "fit in" to any group.
He found a way to use his brain to his advantage.
"He supports an alternative definition by creating art that involves real-life issues and propels real-life actions."
He just wants people to react, whether it's good or bad.

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