Zeus He has been an active participant in the Hungarian graffiti scene for 14 years. According to him, this is an inescapable feeling of life that accompanies him throughout his life. Constant development and humility characterize this guy. He has been a pillar member of the RCG crew for 2 years, during which time he has colored the Hungarian legal walls with many cool sets. 

How long have you been painting?

I must have been 6-7 years old when I first saw someone blow illegally under a less busy bridge where I lived. I remember him lighting the stuff he was painting with a candle. Then I also noticed the painted walls in the school yard, and somehow the story started from there. From the school toilet vandalized with crayons to scratching the bench and changing schools resulting from such mishaps. That's when I met my friends, with whom we really started all this and put our small town on the map. I made my first drawing in 2004 on a hidden noise protection wall.

What started you on this path? Did you have any role models?

I have always loved to draw, and I love letters, and somehow the culture that comes with it found itself. Graffiti was actively present in my environment from the moment I noticed it. Many people were spinning it around me. As it turned out, I used to play Prak/Bone/Smak/Krik/Pes stuff as a kid, which was brutal even at that time! Then Sick bussines put the dot on the i. 

What was your first drawing?

A very bad Bart Simson character, not the colors it should have been, and an even worse punk inscription.

Where did the stage name come from?

We were fooling around on a rough evening about what kind of god he would be, and I told him, combining my nickname, that I would be GabZeus. I also made a drawing of Zeus that night.

Do you prefer to blow alone or in a group?

I like to blow alone. Maybe that's what really turns me off and I can be myself. But the crew is the crew! It's always a good party to paint with many or more people, so I give priority to this.

How did this style develop and what would you call it?

It's still constantly changing. It was a long process to get here. I would like to call it a wild style, but there is still a lot of work to do with it, both in terms of form and accuracy.  

Who or what inspired you most to create?

What inspires me is old school rap and the feeling of life itself, and the looseness that comes with culture! And those who inspire me are the crew. It's good to know that I'm surrounded by faces who pull me along and whenever we can we go and do what we love, putting our names on as many walls as possible in the country and Europe. 

Is there a graffiti group you belong to?
Tell us a little about the team, members, how and when were you formed?

I'm pushing with the RoughColorinG team. There are nine of us and we have been painting together for almost 2 years and we try to focus as much as possible on creating a collective concept for each joint painting. BigUp guys!!

Illegal or legal painting?

Mostly legal. But everything that is not forbidden is free!

Over the years, have you had any confrontations with the authorities?

I like to run. But nothing serious.
But that tram is gone and today we just laugh about it.

What inspired you in the past and what still motivates you now?

When I was younger, freedom and the fact that the world was mine and I could do whatever I wanted. In addition, the one who always supported me from the beginning, taught me, provided me with advice, and I owe a lot to him was the TEYL fater. When I was still at the very beginning, I often got a kick in the ass from him, saying, "Is it okay, first learn to paint block letters accurately, then the shapes can come." Next to him is the crew, which I have already explained above, who are giving very good power and I hope things will last until the end.

What does a creative process look like for you? How do you choose the theme and colors?
What is your favorite part of making a drawing?

I usually throw together a graphite sketch, then digitize it in illustrator, color it, buy the cans and paint them. I like to deal with the contour the best. The goal is to be as precise and sharp as possible.

Do you see graffiti as a hobby or a livelihood?

Absolutely as a hobby.

The financial costs of making a drawing are quite expensive. How can you finance these?

A földönkívüliek minden hónap elején utalnak pénzt kannára. 😀

Was there a part of your career that made you feel like you were quitting for good?

At the age of 16, we had a rather messy mess. After that I thought it wasn't worth that much. I apologized to my parents and promised to stop it and it wouldn't happen again. Then my dad told me that after this he would kick my ass if I dared to stop... So from then on I had no more questions. I was like let him speak! 

What would have happened if you didn't grab a can at the time? What would you do?

Krumplit szednék Brooklynban. Nem tudom mi lett volna, de sanszosan nem ez. 😀 A graffitiből kiindulva lettem grafikus, előtte nem nagyon érdekelt semmi úgy igazán, elektrotechnikusnak tanultam. Szeretem a szakmám és a hobbim is egyben. Kiegészítik egymást.

What do you think about graffiti?

It is an integral part of the walls of the world. Always has been and always will be. Fortunately, gaining more and more space in the gray weekdays.

How do you see the current situation of the subculture here in Hungary?

There are plenty of talented faces at home who represent value at the world level as well. In addition, I think we also form a good community at the national level, from which very good and high-quality things could be produced. Making our environment more colorful and valuable, making our gray walls look rougher than rougher. Which I think average people would welcome. But unfortunately, our system cannot or does not want to accept this kind of artistic trend. Ironically insisting that this is an environment-destroying, wall-destroying activity. Until this changes, we remain very far from the western level. And you don't have to go far, it's enough just to see the level of culture and the attitude towards it flourishing in Vienna. 

Most memorable blowout?

I blew legal alone in Kuala Lumpur, at the place where the Malaysian meeting of styles is held. The guys at the local graffshop told me not to be on the spot after dark, because there are interesting faces from the channel. Of course you were wrong about me and they were right. The end of the story, whether they will eat me or take my last clothes off me for the daily allowance, became quite an adrenaline pump. But luckily, nothing happened.

What has this subculture given you over the years?

Lots of acquaintances and the feeling of an unforgettable life, which will probably be a part of my life even in my grandfather's years.

What would you say to those who are just getting to know the genre?

That they always properly dispose of the drawing below them in a legal way! If they're going to do that, they should spoil it nicely.

Most interesting place or country where you have blown? Maybe a dream place where you would like to go? 

KL was perhaps the most interesting. My biggest experience abroad was in Munich, which was a complete wild ride. Dream place or plan for a while in Barcelona for 3-4 days, which is only about blowing and graff. 

Negative or positive experiences with friends and relationships? How does your environment relate to you cultivating this hobby?

Those who need to know know and are with me in this environment and lifestyle.

Plans for the future?

I would like to keep my promise of putting up at least 30 sets every year so that I can say that I dedicated 1 month in days to my hobby.

Who would you like to thank?

For pz faces, without whom it wouldn't be what it is.
A RCG crewnak. Ogrénak aki állítása szerint szép, jó a hangja és még főzni is tud, és kedvence a disco tánc. 😀
Plus for all those with whom I have painted so far and with whom I will paint again.
So maybe I didn't miss anyone!
RAP!