WRDSMTH – The Heartfelt Journey of a Street Poet

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What if the walls around you could give you messages on hope, love and heartbreak? Well, if WRDSMTH, the legendary LA-based street artist and writer, is in the area, that might just be the case.
In this episode WRDSMTH shares his journey from comic book enthusiast to an internationally celebrated muralist in the very first episode of "This is Disruption", hosted by me, Rua.
We delve into WRDSMTH's fascinating shift from advertising to street art, the trials of scriptwriting, and his pride for his novel "The Holden Age of Hollywood". His powerful mantra, "Talent plus perseverance = Luck", and his process for getting the words he is feeling to being words on a wall.
Have you ever wondered how serendipity shapes our creative paths? In this heartfelt episode, I recount my own transformative encounters with fate. From a Hollywood muse who inspired WRDSMTHs piece "Blush Shine" to a life-changing chance meeting I had with WRDSMTH on a London street—these moments of chance have guided my own journey into the world of street art, where I'm learning all the time. We discuss the unspoken rules of graffiti, the tight-knit community of street artists, and how these relationships have nurtured our respective growth and kept us inspired through initial missteps and unexpected successes.
The world of street art isn't always painted in bright colors; sometimes, it’s the darker hues that give depth to our work. WRDSMTH opens up about handling creative blocks, the emotional toll of loss, and how these experiences can shape art. We explore the dual nature of public reactions while doing street art, the strategies for creating art in plain sight, and the importance of confidence—even when confronted by law enforcement.
From personal heartbreaks to finding love where you least expect it, and the therapeutic power of art - this episode is a raw, real, and uplifting look at how creativity can rise from adversity and evolve into something truly transformative.
Thanks for tuning in,
Rua x

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Chapters

1. Creative Disruption (00:00:00)

2. Fateful Meeting Sparks Artistic Inspiration (00:11:12)

3. Artistic Inspiration and Aspirations (00:15:09)

4. Creative Expression Through Adversity (00:22:05)

5. Navigating Hate in Street Art (00:30:54)

6. Street Art Community and Reinvention (00:39:38)

7. Artistic Evolution and Creative Projects (00:45:52)