OLD HABITS DIE HARD By RISK. With text from: Roger Gastman and a foreword by SEEN. 1xRUN is pleased to present the definitive book on Los Angeles graffiti originator and icon RISK. With a career spanning over four decades RISK recounts his history, failures, success and of course the many brushes with the law. Over 350 pages and 700+ many never-before-seen photos help navigate the reader through the story of Los Angeles graffiti and how it was shaped. From the very early 80s to present-day, RISK has not slowed down but instead has continued to evolve, remaining at the forefront of the culture. Over the years, many graffiti writers and street artists have come and gone, but RISK has established that he is here to stay through his constant progression and his willingness to stay true to his art. This book narrates his role as one of the pioneers of graffiti in Los Angeles and his aim to not only push the boundaries of his own art but also help elevate the graffiti movement to worldwide recognition. Read stories about climbing and painting one of the first LA freeway signs later dubbed Heavens, painting the set of a Michael Jackson video, getting shot at in the infamous Motor Yard, to painting backgrounds for Playboy magazine shoots. The many stories and events that encompass the journey of RISK are impressive and inspiring, fully illustrating his extraordinary ambition. “RISK is authentic to his original inspiration, but ambitious in his evolution.” -Shepard Fairey “RISK isn’t an artist, RISK IS A FORCE OF NATURE!” -Ron English “RISK is to graffiti as AEROSMITH is to rock!” -Aerosmith Book Details Hardbound + dust jacket Trim Size: 8.5” x 11” Page Count: 352 + end leafs Word Count: 26,059 Image Count: 726 Fists Edition: 2000 Publisher: 1xRUN Detroit Printed in the USA riskoldhabits.com