Krink
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Krink is a brand name of inks and markers sold by Krink, Inc. The inks and markers are made in the USA. It was started by artist Craig Costello aka "KR".[1] "Krink" is a portmanteau of "KR" and "ink". Costello started making his own markers in the early 90's and then began selling his homemade product at New York City retail store Alife.[2] The product took off and the brand has grown from there. He has built up an internationally recognized brand creating markers and pens with drips in mind. He also has a burgeoning line of various tools and colors ready to make a mess with.[3] The product is now distributed and sold worldwide. Although KR began as a street artist, he has said that although restricted public spaces are a favorite for graffiti artists, permission and legal public projects are necessary to achieve broader goals and reach a wider audience.[4]
Krink has collaborated with Alife, Nike, Levi Strauss & Co., Mini (BMW), Smith Optics, Carhartt, Incase, Kidrobot, Monument Snowboards, Married to the Mob, Juxtapoz, Colette, Shut Skateboards, and Burton Snowboards.
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- ^ About Krink
- ^ Walker, Rob. "Krink." New York Times Magazine. 24 Feb. 2008.
- ^ "Trend: Drips." Mix Future Interiors. Jan 2009: 28.
- ^ The Citrus Report (2010-02-25). "Krink Interview". http://www.thecitrusreport.com/2010/features/krink/2/. Retrieved 2010-03-08.
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