calligraffiti & architexture
<p>Javid’s interest in Arabic calligraphy and graffiti drives his expression as a painter, incorporating a range of media, from brush and palette knife to aerosol and marker. </p> <p> </p> <p>As a street artist, JAH has been painting murals since 2000. His work blurs the critical lines between graffiti, mural art, vandalism and revitalization. Co-founder of Under the Radar, Javid is committed to youth engagement, mentoring emerging artists in the process of developing sustainable art and design projects.</p> <p> </p> <p>In evaluating the social impact of mural making on community, Javid is interested in how architectural design can be a catalyst for social innovation. Currently, Javid is entering his third year of the Masters of Architecture program at the University of Toronto, aspiring to establish a practice focused on user-driven, grassroots architecture for marginalized communities.</p>