INTER-CONTINENTAL
Artist: EGS
Malware: Blaster
Medium: Stainless steel
Year: 2024
Inspired by the Blaster malware, Inter-continental explores the theme of global contagion. The work reflects on the rapid spread of the Blaster worm, which created one of the largest malware outbreaks in history in August 2003. Blaster infected hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide, highlighting the seamless way malware crosses borders in an interconnected world. Much like graffiti spreads across urban environments, appearing unexpectedly and resisting control, malware infiltrates digital spaces, leaving a disruptive mark on systems and societies alike. The author of the Blaster.A worm remains unknown.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
EGS
Artist
EGS is a Finnish graffiti artist celebrated for merging graffiti with contemporary fine art, often featuring his signature motif of world maps to explore themes of globalization and cultural identity. Active since the early 1990s, his work is known for bold, abstract forms, dynamic layering, and vibrant colors that capture the essence of urban landscapes. Through his art, EGS highlights the borderless, transnational nature of graffiti, bridging the divide between street art and galleries. His pieces have been exhibited internationally, making him a significant figure in the global graffiti and urban art scene.
