Dove Roc

Role/Title: Graffiti Artist and Emcee

Background:Born in Los Angeles in the mid-1970s to Central and South American parents, Dover Peterson was immersed in a culturally rich environment from an early age. Growing up on the West Coast near the ocean, he experienced skate and surf culture firsthand, developing a passion for skate graphics and street culture. In the mid-1980s, Dover discovered Hip Hop, engaging in breaking, popping, graffiti writing, and emceeing. Mentored by his graffiti partner, Fearo, he co-founded Kosmic Four and joined the Orange County Hip Hop Coalition, marking the beginning of his ongoing journey in Hip Hop.

Involvement with Calafia Zuluz:As an active member of the Calafia Zuluz, Dover contributes his extensive experience in graffiti art and emceeing to the chapter's initiatives. His commitment to preserving and promoting Hip Hop culture aligns with the organization's mission to serve and uplift communities through art and education.

Notable Achievements:

• Artistic Collaborations: Co-created Vanguard with Yota One, continuing to produce tracks and perform.
• Graffiti Crews: Member of several prominent Los Angeles graffiti crews, collaborating with esteemed artists and refining his skills.
• Relocation to New York: Moved to New York in 2003, painting alongside local legends and experiencing Hip Hop's foundational sites.
• Artistic Style: Focuses on classic and traditional style writing, emphasizing font abstraction to convey emotion and vitality.

Exhibitions:

• Fullerton Museum Center, Fullerton, CA (1993): 10’x20’ interior mural titled "DEF."
• Top Illin’ at Zero One Gallery, Hollywood, CA (1995): 20’x10’ exterior mural painted live during the opening reception.
• GameWorks Grand Opening at Ontario Mills Mall, Ontario, CA (1997): 30’x15’ banner featuring logo reproduction.
• Under The Influence - Santa Ana Art Walk, Santa Ana, CA (2010): Displayed multiple mixed media canvases.
• San Diego Fair, Del Mar, CA (2011): Contributed to a 60’x30’ exterior mural as part of a live group painting.
• The Art of Transportation at Crew West Gallery, Los Angeles, CA (2011): Created HO scale model train replication.
• Tiny Giants 3 at Container Yard Gallery, Los Angeles, CA (2017): Presented HO scale model train replication.
• City Slickers – Traveling Exhibition, Brooklyn, NY (2021): Showcased multiple works, including canvases and mixed media on denim.
• Serious Fun Arts Festival, White Plains, NY (2022): Painted a 20'x5' panel live during the festival art walk.
• Boone Avenue Walls Art Festival, Bronx, NY (2023): Collaborated on a 40'x15' mural featuring characters and backgrounds alongside Zore64 & ATOMS.
• Boone Avenue Walls Art Festival, Bronx, NY (2024): Contributed to a 120'x15' mural with artists Neko, Zore64, Poem2, King157, & Sak.
• Meeting of Styles - Mural Festival, Chicago (2024): Participated in a 140'x20' collaborative mural with Aero, Neko, Zore64, Rogue, & Demon.
• Meeting of Styles - Mural Festival, Los Angeles (2024): Worked on a 40'x8' mural featuring letters and backgrounds with Fearo & Honor 719.

Publications:

• Rap Pages Magazine "Graff Pages" (February 1999)
• Clout Magazine – Issue #2 (Winter 2002): Artist interview with a double-page image spread.
• Freight Train Graffiti by Roger Gastman, Abrams Publishing (2006): Featured painted boxcars on pages 124 and 187.
• Graffiti LA by Steve Grody, Abrams Publishing (2007): Included street murals on pages 54, 63, 197, and 288.
• Freight Train Graffiti - Expanded 2nd Edition Book (2023): Published by Beyond The Streets, showcasing painted boxcars on pages 150, 152, 227, and 237.
• Beautifying The Bronx, Boone Avenue Walls by Kurt Boone (2024): Published by KB BOOKS, highlighting background and character work on page 187.
• Street Art NYC (2023): Online publication featuring walls from Boone Avenue mural festival.

Personal Philosophy:"Its Future Funk, the fonts have soul."

Contact Information:

• Website: DoveRoc.com