In 1976, Jean Michel Basquiat began "writing" his unique brand of graffiti throughout Manhattan under the name "SAMO." His work from the first consisted of conceptual, enigmatic combinations of words and symbols, executed with the curt simplicity of a late Roman inscription.  ARTICLE PUBLISHED: 03/28/11

Working in the adventure-seeking and often dangerous medium of the photo essay, Byrdie Bell goes inside the mind of one Derek Blasberg.  ARTICLE PUBLISHED: 09/18/09