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Outside the Lyrics

How Patrick Martinez Has Shaped Art in LA

Season 2 Episode 1 | 10m 53s

Artist Patrick Martinez sits down with Robeson Taj Frazier to discuss how his origins as a graffiti writer in East LA continue to shape his artistic vision of Los Angeles. Explore how the bold aesthetics, techniques, materials and perspectives of hip hop and graffiti inform Martinez's now internationally-acclaimed artwork, offering a unique lens on the city's diverse communities and landscapes.

Aired: 03/16/26
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