Chen Chuang, an ABS crew member, jumps out of a window after working on a piece.(Photo/China Daily) |
"We want the public to understand the underlying significance of this art, and so we began to create themed paintings to convey a kind of 'positive energy' to the public, so that they can understand and accept this art," he said.
In 2011, the ABS team won the first prize at the Wall Lords competition, and the second prize at last year's event. The competition is Asia's only graffiti event.
Ye hopes that more young people join the graffiti movement and incorporate more Chinese elements in the art form, which originated in the United States.
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