By-Bani Thakur
(Image Credit:https://www.instagram.com/p/DLFSTJJpch4/)
“Painting will get you nowhere,” they said. But today, those very colors have taken him across the world.
Meet Moose, a graffiti artist from Mumbai whose journey is a living example of what happens when passion meets persistence. For over 13 years, he’s been breathing life into forgotten walls — transforming dull concrete into vibrant stories.
A Spark That Started It All
It all began when Moose was just 17. One day, outside his school, he spotted a graffiti tag — loud, bold, and impossible to ignore. He didn’t understand the message, but something in that art stirred his soul. That single moment became a turning point.
Driven by curiosity, he tracked down the artist on Facebook, watched him paint, and realized — this was what he wanted to do. No classrooms, no textbooks, no instructions — just a can of paint and a dream.
Turning Passion Into Purpose
At first, people didn’t get it. They called it a waste of time — timepass. But Moose didn’t stop. What others saw as scribbles, he saw as expression. What others dismissed as vandalism, he saw as freedom.
Day by day, wall by wall, he painted his way forward. His art became his voice — a way to tell stories, express emotions, and connect with people without saying a word.
From Mumbai to the World
Today, Moose’s creations can be found not just across India, but also in Brazil, Bahrain, and Dubai. He’s collaborated with major brands, ad films, and even celebrities — yet his heart remains rooted in the streets that started it all.
Every wall he paints is a reminder: dreams don’t always start big — they start with courage.
The Message Behind the Colors
Moose’s journey is more than just an artist’s success story. It’s a reminder that following your passion is never a waste of time. When the world doubts your path, keep walking. When people call it “timepass,” turn it into your purpose.
Art gave Moose wings, but it was his belief that made him fly.
So the next time you pass a colorful mural lighting up your city, pause for a moment — because it might just be a Moose original, painted by someone who refused to stop dreaming.
Because when you love what you do, even walls can tell your story.
