# Graffitied Magazine Covers Artist D*Face Designs the Be Street Issue 9 Cover By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-07-03 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/be-street-issue-9 References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/07/02/be-street-issue-9-featuring-cover-by-dface/) & [be-street](http://www.be-street.com/) The French urban publication Be Street has commissioned the English [graffiti artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elho-x-andr-saraiva) D*Face to design the cover for Be Street issue 9. The issue features all the big kahunas in [street culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subware), including Travis Barker, Mark 'The Cobrasnake' Hunter, D*Face, Peach Beach, AC Slater, Paul Frank, Ray Barbee and 10DEEP. Check out the official teaser for the issue, with music by drummer extraordinaire Travis Barker. **Implications** - Graffiti is a growing artform in terms of consumption. While it was once a taboo, non-purchasable form of art reserved for "criminals" in the streets, it is now a popular, marketable artform that is represented on many products from [magazine covers to shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stash-1) and sunglasses. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Growing Graffiti Artform:** The graffiti artform is no longer considered taboo and is now a popular and marketable form of art. - **Street Culture Representation:** Street culture is being featured and celebrated in various media platforms, including magazines and publications. - **Convergence of Art and Commerce:** Art, such as graffiti, is being integrated into consumer products, creating new market opportunities. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** The growing popularity of graffiti art opens up opportunities for artists, designers, and art galleries. - **Media and Publishing:** Magazines and publications are showcasing street culture and attracting a wider audience. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Graffiti-inspired designs are being featured on clothing, shoes, and accessories, creating opportunities for fashion brands and retailers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Graffiti-Painted Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1664-x-andre-saraiva.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Arty Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stevie-williams1.md) - [Museum-Approved Artist Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-of-graffiti.md) - [Digital Graffiti NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graffiti-wall-collection.md) - [Whiskey-Themed Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upfest.md) - [Bold Graffiti Printed Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stephen-sprouse.md) - [Graffiti Artist-Collab Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-one-xtc.md) - [Online Abuse-Condemning Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcus-rashford-mural.md) - [Tattoo-Inspired Joint Blemish Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-compact.md)