No Other Way – ROIDS

Acrylic, oil, ink on watercolour paper, 57.5 x 77.5 cm.

ROIDS, also known as Roid, is a prominent British graffiti artist and typographer renowned for his meticulous hand-crafted works across various canvases, including wood, paper, and building walls. Born in London, he graduated from Camberwell College of Arts in 2008 and joined the esteemed graffiti crew MSK the same year.

His art is characterised by a fusion of influences, ranging from computer graphics and Japanese design to traditional graffiti and airbrush techniques. This eclectic mix results in innovative and progressive pieces that continually push the boundaries of graffiti art. ROIDS’ work is easily identifiable and has significantly contributed to expanding the scope of graffiti into new and uncharted territories.

Over the past decade, ROIDS has gained international recognition, participating in exhibitions worldwide and collaborating with other notable artists. His contributions have been instrumental in redefining graffiti as a legitimate and influential art form within contemporary visual culture.