The London Police (TLP) started in 1998 when big English geezers headed to Amsterdam to help rejuvenate the visually disappointing streets of Holland’s capital. They were part of a small group of artists at the end of the last century that helped pioneer a new Street Art movement. After a few years of mixing travelling with making art in the street, TLP began to receive worldwide recognition for their contribution to the graffiti/Street Art movement. They were included in many books documenting the scene and invited to participate in shows and live drawing performances all over the globe. Over 18 years, TLP has amassed more than 100 shows and events in over 35 countries, and wherever they go their street work continues to pop up too. TLP is Chaz Barrisson, who draws the iconic “LAD” characters, and Bob Gibson, whose tight portrait and architectural illustrations help marry the two styles to create an endearing, exciting fantasy world.
