CURLY YIA

Edmonton, Canada

Trevor Peters better known as Curly YIA is a Jamaican-Cree Canadian artist and curator. His artistic journey began in 1994 when he was introduced to the world of spray painting, instantly connecting with a lifestyle of leaving his mark in the dark. Since then, Curly has embarked on a three-decade journey of wild graffiti exploration, painting a plethora of pieces across the globe. His signature style seamlessly blends New York, European and his own lettering compositions together, consistently producing one-of-a-kind artworks.

As a fine artist, Curly explores the interplay between tranquility and turbulence, drawing inspiration from his experiences living abroad while capturing the essence of his surroundings. With a strong emphasis on channeling the energy of his street paintings, Curly infuses his works with a vibrant and dynamic energy. These pieces serve as portals, offering glimpses into a life shaped by travel and the raw experiences of creating art in the streets. Curly is able to execute his ideas across many different disciplines and chooses to work with different mediums to express his views as an artist. Curly YIA plays a pivotal role in Rust Magic International, helping to shape its vision and success.

Curly painted a Graffiti mural at BUMP’s High Park Party, and spoke at BUMP Festival’s 2024 Urban Art Conference.