GIZ, born in 1977 in New York City, is a pivotal figure in the graffiti art world, known for his vibrant work that bridges the raw energy of NYC's streets with the polished gallery scene. Starting at the age of 10, GIZ quickly became a fixture in the city's graffiti culture, particularly through his bold "bombing" campaigns on subway trains and the influential 'MTA' street-bombing project in the early '90s. In 1998, GIZ made the transition to gallery exhibitions, maintaining ties to his graffiti roots while embracing new mediums like intricately cut wood pieces and paintings on canvas. His work, which has been shown internationally in cities like London, Amsterdam, and Paris, has garnered recognition in prestigious publications, including The New York Times and Village Voice.