Street Artist Interview: WRDSMTH

WRDSMTH: Los *Angels*

PF: When did you start art and/or street art? 
WRDSMTH: November 2013

PF: Why did you start art and/or street art? What was your inspiration?
WRDSMTH: I started on a whim because I needed/wanted an active hobby. I was inspired daily by all the amazing street art in Los Angels. 

PF: How would you describe your art? Are there common themes that connect your work? 
WRDSMTH: I am a word-based artist who aims to spread positive messages, romantic vibes, and funny notions.

PF: What is your favorite city to work in?
WRDSMTH: Los Angeles and London

PF: What are your goals as an artist? 
WRDSMTH: My goal is to spread my words to as many people in as many cities as possible.

PF: What is your dream art project? 
WRDSMTH: To help Banksy put a piece up on the moon.

PF: What has been one of the most interesting reactions to your street art, either as you were putting up new work, or afterwards?
WRDSMTH: I receive messages every days from people who my words are affecting. One very memorable one was home someone who said my work chased away the thoughts of suicide a friend was having, which, in turn, also saved the person's life who was writing me.

PF: Who are your favorite artists?
WRDSMTH: JMW Turner, Monet, and Banksy

PF: Tell us another interesting about yourself (doesn't have to be about art)... 
WRDSMTH: I love baseball and football. I also play fantasy baseball and football and I am quite good at it.

 You can browse the Paper and Fabric x WRDSMTH Collection here.