Austin Beiv grew up in the tough streets of Brooklyn, where the expression of one’s self was usually done through wall tagging, or as they say in Italian, "graffito." He was heavily influenced by iconic artists like Fernando Carlo, who was well known for his expressive graffiti. This raw childhood influence lends a distinct edge and contemporary look to his art pieces. After graduating from the Pratt Institute in the early ’90s, Austin now travels all over America looking for inspiration, whether from a tagged wall or a fine art museum, embracing all the unique and expressive simplicities life offers.