Terry Guy (@secretwalls) felt frustrated by the lack of opportunities for young artists in London, UK, so he decided to create a better, cooler way to showcase their work: illustration battles. Eight years later, the competitions—where artists draw against each other in front of a live audience—are part of an international movement called “Secret Walls.” “The concept was inspired by some of my interests: comics, movies like ‘Fight Club,’ live art and graffiti,” says Terry. “Our mission is to paint the whole world black and white, one pot of paint at a time." For more “battle art” from established and emerging young illustrators around the world, follow @secretwalls and browse the #secretwalls hashtag.
Photo by @secretwalls