• January 5, 2009
  • Posted by Marc

Mobster:  The A’s To Our Q’s

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Age: 24
Hometown:  In between 2 pubs in the countryside.
Where do you now live?: Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK.
Where would you most like to live?: In a place close to all my good friends, where art is in abundance and creativity flows all around.
Who was your first “hero” in life?: I would hate for this to sound cliché however my first hero would obliviously be realised when I was a kid and therefore I would have to say my dad. When we grow up our opinions change however I still hold massive respect for the man.
What is your favorite thing to do on your day off from work?: To experience live music, especially some dirty bass. Seeking out new art. Plan mischief or new ideas (however this is more of a continuous activity). Chill and chat with friends. Practice bad mixing.
What is your favorite color?: Blue. No doubt.
Who (or what) do you love?: Open mindedness. Altruism.  Logical thinking. Not accepting what we are brought up to believe or what is indoctrinated in us. Thinking for yourself and researching the full spread of the facts to discover the whole truth. Pushing the boundaries.

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Wooster: Who and/or what are some of your influences?

Anyone who pushes it. Anyone with dedication, no matter what they are doing so long as they are not harming anyone with it.

Wooster: What other artists do you most admire?

Aphex twin for his overall genius, Blu and Sam3 for always impressing me (and their amazing animations), Banksy for stepping up the level, Steppenwolf (the novel) for its insight into the human character, Aldous Huxley for his mastering of the English language (and creating the Doors of Perception), Conor Harrington for his style, Lucy Mclaughlin for her beautiful simplicity. JR for his wonderful photography, my good friend Karborn for sharing my youth til present day with….... the list could go on and on (and i’m scared ive missed out some important ones… infact no doubt i will have).

Wooster: How would you describe your art to someone who could not see it? 

I believe there is no constant in my artwork. If an idea strikes me and it is within my capabilities ill go for it. Some of my work takes on the surreal. Some of my work revolves around modifying the surrounding environment to give it an edge.

Wooster: What other talent would most like to have?

To be a master of music production

Wooster: What do you fear the most?

Insanity. Wasting my life. Fucking up these questions.

Wooster: What is your greatest ambition?

For people to respect my work. To make work I am proud of and finally make a name for myself. To not get arrested again.