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Five Tips From…. Dan Witz

/>Luckily I’ve never been arrested. I’ve had many run-ins with the cops but
they’ve always let me go. More than once they’ve even let me finish my piece.
Some things I’ve learned: Be honest. Cops hate getting hustled. And never be
angry or defensive—or unctuous. Having a pretty girl along also seems to help.


Avoid doormen. These palace guard lackeys have no soul. I’ve never
run into a sane doorman. They’re not even worthy adversaries.

/>Cultivate ninja like invisibility. I’m not sure how you acquire this except
over time. It becomes an instinct—like being a successful shop-lifter (I
imagine).

Be wary of self promotion. In my experience, if this isn’t
done carefully

<-mindfully--it can be corrupting. For me, the work will suck if
it doesn't come from a deeper place than wanting attention.

Never go over someone else’s work<-unless it's expired posters or bygone territorial tagging. This is the cardinal sin of street art. It's as bad as sleeping with your friend's ex. You'll immediately go into extreme mojo arrears. And pay, and pay, and pay…