"ORIGIN OF THE NAME 123KLAN" Opens Tuesday June 3, 6-9pm (Skydeck Gallery)

The name "123KLAN" originated from the zip code of Bray-Dunes (59123), a small, internationally unknown town in northern France. Founded in 1992 by Scien and Klor, they were the only graffiti artists in this town and initially named their crew "123KINGS" as a sarcastic nod to their local dominance.

Over time, this evolved to "123K," and finally to "123KLAN," reflecting the familial bond within the crew, which includes close friends and the couple Scien and Klor themselves, but also literally, as Scien and Mrs. Klor are a couple, making 'clan' the perfect descriptor for their crew.

123 Klan now based in Venice, California, after 15 years in Montreal, Canada, 123KLAN is a graffiti crew founded by the French duo Scien and Mrs Klor in 1992.

Tireless, effervescent and often ironic creative force, Scien and Klor have been doing their art for 3 decades in the hip-hop galaxie and beyond. Influenced by the various 90’s graffiti art expressed in Europe and New York, 123KLAN crafted an hybrid style that gained recognition. 


123 Klan’s multidisciplinary approach and style is declined in several branches of knowledge. Graffiti art , production of canvas, walls, and worldwide exhibitions.


The creative studio produces graphics and branding for clients and their streetwear: BANDIT1SM x 123KLAN. Influenced by the various 90’s graffiti art expressed in Europe and New York, 123KLAN crafted an hybrid style that gained recognition.

They crafted a new language in graffiti art, transcending traditional styles with sharp-angled letters in vivid colors. Their first works were enriched by huge, sharped-angled letters in acid colors and characters with fand characters with futuristic manga features.

In 2001, 123KLAN members invaded the web, treating it as a new surface for their art. They merged graffiti and graphic design, using the internet as a tool for creation, expression, and dissemination. The technical rigor from graffiti and the expansive possibilities of digital technology fueled their innovative style. 123KLAN are pioneers in blending graffiti art with graphic design, creating a new synthesis described by their motto: "When street knowledge meets technology." By pushing the boundaries of these two disciplines, they have advanced graffiti aesthetics and introduced fresh ideas into contemporary graphic design. Their work spans multiple media, including record sleeves, posters, stickers, toys, skateboards, canvases, shoes, and t-shirts.

After collaborating with leading streetwear brands, Scien and Klor launched their own brand, BANDIT1SM, in 2007. This venture provided financial independence and creative freedom, allowing them to explore new artistic avenues. The 123KLAN style is characterized by its dynamic, almost violent vibrancy. Each piece is meticulously crafted with taut lines and razor-sharp color blocks. Their work is constantly evolving, showcased in numerous exhibitions and conferences worldwide.

123KLAN has exhibited in cities including Brussels, Berlin, Honolulu, Lisbon, Los Angeles, Marrakech, Mexico City, Moscow, New York, Paris, Rio, Sao Paulo, San Francisco, Sydney, Singapore, Tokyo, and Zurich. Their art reflects a unique blend of pop culture, hip-hop references, sarcasm, and self-deprecation.

As contemporary Pop artists, Scien and Klor draw inspiration from various sources, including Japanese cartoons and North American mascots. Their work, reproduced on posters and through their clothing brand BANDIT1$M, aligns them with significant artistic movements of the twentieth century.

If one word could describe 123KLAN's style, it would be “hectic.” Their work is anything but static, exuding a violent vibrancy. Each piece is a jewel fashioned with taut lines and razor-sharp color blocks. The dynamic nature of their art is in a state of perpetual renewal, showcased in numerous exhibitions and conferences worldwide, where the duo continually demonstrates their creative energy.

Come see them paint their latest San Jose Walls mural and Skydeck Gallery Exhibition Tuesday June 3, 6-9pm.

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