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Leon Reid IV: A Decade Of Public Art

by Vivien Park


Leon Reid IV, also known as Verbs and Darius Jones, creates street art that communicates directly with its surrounding community. Reid's body of work is currently on display at Pandemic Gallery, including his many sketches and models. Reid has been exhibited worldwide and has recently co-authored a novel, The Adventures of Darius and Downey, based on his experience with graffiti and street art.

Leon Reid IV: A Decade Of Public Art is on view until May 8, 2011.

Credits: Photo of True Yank from Pandemic Gallery blog.