128 pages Text(s) by Frank Sandevoir 24.2 x 16 cm Language: French Paperback Publisher: Éditions Alternatives 2008
Part manual, part manifesto: a street-level initiation into the beauty of the letter.
Ever stood in front of a graffiti piece wondering: What does that even say? Kwa? Kwoa? Koa? Koi? Quoa? If graffiti feels like a cryptic code, an indecipherable language made of warped letters and strange symbols — you’re not alone.
Y’a écrit Kwa? is the ultimate beginner’s guide to decoding the world of graffiti writing. Both accessible and insightful, this book breaks down the basics of lettering, the rules of the game, and the rich visual culture that defines this often misunderstood urban art.
Inside you’ll find: – a brief history of graffiti, – how writers choose their name (aka blaze), – the art of flops and freestyle, – sketch-based explanations of letterforms and styles, – and the unspoken rules of graffiti etiquette.
Whether you're just curious or already deep into the culture, this book offers the keys to understand what’s really written on the walls around you — and why it matters.
