Get Rich or Try Sharing
MERLIN BETTS
About four years ago, as the covid pandemic was spreading its wings, people started seeing eggs. On walls, on bridges, prominently displayed in locations across London and the South East. Four-limbed like a clover, tinged with political imagery (CND, anarchy). A few people initially thought they represented a new mover in street art. And then they started showing up on trains, even covering whole cars. In the world of graffiti writing this is serious business, not something your average Brick Lane spray master would even imagine doing.
Eggs had arrived with a capital “E” and was probably one of the most prolific graffiti writers of 2020. Respected by his peers, his simple but effective message also resonated with a fair chunk of the public. Not your usual black and white throw up, Eggs offered something more playful: freshly sprayed eggs every morning, sunny side up, and a decent turn of phrase to get you thinking, like “Get Rich or Try Sharing.”
As time passed, he only reached greater heights, and four years on, he’s got an exhibition of original work and documentation at Stella Dore, running until Saturday 30 November. The gallery is open for walk-ins on Saturdays from 12.00-18.00, otherwise viewings are by appointment, but don’t let that stop you – Steph’s usually at work in the space or somewhere nearby.
Stella Dore gallery proprietor and curator Steph Warren, is at 64 Norman Road, St Leonards, TN38 0EJ. Details and images: stelladorestore.com
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