#UpCloseAndPersonal W/ @AJGFX The Trap GFX Designer

AJGFX is the in-house designer for the collective SossHouse home of artists Airmax and CoopxDeville. When he's not working on projects for them, he recreates some major artists work. This is the result of our interview. 

1. Where are you from? 

- Camden, SC

2.When did you fall in love with graphic design?

- 4 years ago, once I actually started applying myself to be great. 

3. Who was the first person you designed for?

 - My bro Pi'erre Bourne, before we actually met. He asked me to help him work on a clothing line.

4. What is so special about your designs that differs from others?

 - I really try to incorporate a vibe that anyone could feel just by looking at my work.

5. How did you know graphic design was your thing?

- I didn't. I kind of just went with the flow and it worked out. 

6. Who are your influences? 

- Life. such a beautiful thing. 

7. What's the craziest thing you have made?

 - Had to draw a baby in a ultrasound, for a cover.. strange thing was he wanted balenciaga's on.

8. What advice would you give someone that wants to start graphic design? 

- Invest in yourself! 

9. What type of software do you use?

 - Photoshop & Illustrator. 

10. How did you and SossHouse link up? 

- Through mutual friends. I met austin in college and it really just took off from there. 

11. How long does it usually take you to plan x design x and complete a project?

 - I don't usually plan. I just create as I go, really just be in the moment. 

12.How many designs do you usually sketch out before you pick one?

 - I hardly ever sketch out designs. 

13. What's your favorite project you've done? 

- PND- PNDCOLOURS

14. What other talents do you have?

- I Love basketball, played in high school. Most of my life really.

15. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

- Creative director... #1 goal 

16. What's the hardest thing you made before?

- Idk. Im constantly challenge myself everyday to be a better designer. 

17. Can you teach someone how to do graphics? 

- If they're serious. time is money

18. How did "Trappin Gfx" come about? 

- I trap graphics.. Its what I do. 

19. What experiences in life have made you who are today?

 - Getting fired from my job last year really woke me up. So I started taking graphics really serious,  I told myself that was my last job working for someone. Now I'm a boss, wasn't easy but id do it all over again.

20. When everything is said and done what do you want GOD to say to you?

- "Meet your grandfather.."

21. Who are you?

- Im AJ, the first ever trap designer.