Visual Noise: Walls Talk - Rx Skulls

RXSKULLS – Portland's Master of the Skull This week on **Visual Noise: Walls Talk**, hosts **TRP613** and **Urban Ninja** head to Portland, Oregon to sit down with one of the most recognizable names in the global sticker scene—**RXSKULLS**. For more than a decade, RXSKULLS has been covering streets around the world with his instantly recognizable skull design. What started as a single photograph of a human skull taken while studying graphic design in London evolved into hundreds of unique hand-crafted variations that have become iconic throughout the international street art community. But there's a much deeper story behind the name. "RX" isn't just a cool tag—it was born from a very personal experience. After being diagnosed with a brain tumor, combined with a family history of cancer and his fascination with mortality, he created the RXSKULLS identity as a way to process those experiences. The name also reflects his complicated relationship with prescription medication and the lasting impact it had on his life and art. Unlike many artists who outsource production, RXSKULLS is obsessed with craftsmanship. Every design begins as a hand-carved linoleum block before being transformed into screen prints. His stickers are screen printed, hand cut, and produced in his own print shop, earning him the nickname of a true "adhesive enthusiast." The DIY process has become just as important as the artwork itself. In this episode, we dive into his years studying in London, where European street art completely changed the way he looked at public space. We talk about Portland's incredible sticker culture, why screen printing remains at the heart of his work, how collaborations have helped grow the community, and why one simple skull continues to inspire endless creativity. Join us for an honest conversation about art, mortality, travel, craftsmanship, and the philosophy of putting handmade work into the streets. Whether you're a sticker collector, printmaker, or lifelong street art fan, Episode 11 is packed with stories from one of Portland's most respected artists. **Visual Noise: Walls Talk** with **TRP613** and **Urban Ninja**—where the walls have stories, and the artists get to tell them. Music credit: *“Funk Groove Music” by Alex Gus via* Pixabay Send us Fan Mail