Unleashed Creativity: The Artistic Journey of BUTCH 2

Meet BUTCH 2, the pioneering graffiti writer who left a bold mark on the graffiti world

By The Bronx County Historical Society

Tag from BUTCH2 (2022) by BUTCH2 (TFP)The Bronx County Historical Society

Who is BUTCH 2?

BUTCH 2 is a well-known graffiti writer who has made a significant impact in the street art scene & solidified his reputation as an influential figure. His distinctive style and bold use of colors has garnered attention and admiration from both fellow writers & art enthusiasts.

Oral History with BUTCH 2 TFP (Bronx Aerosol Arts Documentary Project) (2022-01-18) by BUTCH 2 (narrator), Boone, Kurt (interviewer), and Payne, Steven (interviewer)The Bronx County Historical Society

Early life

Born and raised in the Bronx, BUTCH 2 recounts when he sparked an interest in graffiti, seeing the graffiti on the 6 train when his family moved to Hunts Point.

The birth of the BUTCH 2 tag

BUTCH 2 recounts the birth of his tag name, inspired by the cartoon Bozo the Clown, his childhood nickname which eventually grew on him.

Writing on the 6 and 2/5 trains in NYC

"It was easy to, I mean, if you're like a daredevil it's easy. Because we would have to go up and, and go on the tracks and, and step up on the third rail."

The reward of graffiti

BUTCH 2 describes his experience as rewarding, having been there with the movement when it began. He also describes graffiti as global, and recognizes music and art as life.

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