Spraying Joy | Street artist Jason Naylor on the role of Positivity on city walls and in daily lives.

The Art and Happiness Project

When you see amazing street art, how do you feel? what do you think? what difference does it make to you?

I spoke with acclaimed street artist Jason Naylor in his Studio. His works are all over New York City walls, and far beyond: colorful and uplifting designs with a touch of punk.

Jason's distinctive touch is an explicit intent to spread messages of optimism and self-care throughout his work.

His art and words are a remedy against cynicism, and a permission to play.

Jason trained initially as a graphic designer, and gained serious recognition as a mural artist as he partnered with brands like Coach, Pepsi, Guess, XBOX and Maybelline and Sephora.

We talked about:

• The democratic uplifting powers of street art
• The meaning and impact of *positivity*
• The power of colors
• What are small creative ways to bring more joy into our lives.
• Creativity and creative thinking as a way to make us *pay attention*, be present, grateful and connected.

Whilst speaking to Jason in his studio, I found it super refreshing to hear someone so sincere in their desire to promote "positivity", a concept that we often tend to dismiss as an inauthentic pseudo self-help slogan.

Enjoy <3

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👉Find Jason Naylor’s works here and check him out on Instagram and Twitter.

📝Jason’s Book, Live Life Colorfully

💿 SIA, Invincible

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Sound Engineering: Raphael Pazoumian 🌷🎧