What is it about and what is "The Dirty Dozen"?
"Das Dreckige Dutzend" ("The Dirty Dozen") is a changing compilation of artists with different styles who come together annually to jointly design a large area. The purpose of this public, non-commercial event is to promote international artistic and cultural exchange between the artists, as well as interested parties. As a side effect, the event always beautifies a corner of the city. In addition, unknown (up-and-coming) painters are always invited to each event, in order to offer them the opportunity to work on a complete work with renowned scene greats and to exchange ideas.
Interested parties are always welcome to drop by, watch and ask questions.
How did you come up with the name?
A dozen artists and the prejudice that sprayers are generally grease artists and you have "The Dirty Dozen" together.
With this action we want to show that we and our pictures are anything but dirty, even if our pants, jackets, gloves, fingers and shoes are often covered with paint residue.
For many years, graffiti has been part of the cityscape worldwide. Partly commissioned, mostly not, the images and messages on the walls and on the trains polarize. However, this phenomenon hardly ever ends up in public discussions. We try to build bridges and create new perspectives for supporters and opponents. Our approach will certainly not break down all barriers and eliminate prejudices anytime soon. But we hope to be able to give important suggestions.
Could this action also be repeated in my city?
The first actions took place in Frankfurt am Main, but are not limited to the city. The jam could take place elsewhere as well.
If you think an area in your city needs a new coat of paint and you have or know of an appropriate area that can be designed, just send an e-mail to:
