24 Hours in Reykjavik Iceland

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

My international adventure began with 24-hours in Iceland. While most people head for the waterfalls, I found myself in search of street art and neon…

Roadhouse Reykjavik by Borbay

I landed crazy early and hit the scene… how fitting, I stumbled upon Roadhouse Reykjavik.

I ran into Peter Griffin… he told me they kicked him out of Roadhouse when he asked for a Pawtucket Patriot Ale.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Many of the alleyways have graffiti, here, a tree appears to be smoking.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

There is a person in the distance. How about that?

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

A closer look at a medley of characters.

Reykjavik by Borbay

Ali the Great and MLK, permanently on exhibition in Iceland.

Reykjavik by Borbay

With some time to kill before checking into my luxury suite, I decided to draw this building.

Borbay Drawing in Reykjavik

So, I fired-up my trusty 6″X6″ pad and got to work.

Borbay Drawing in Reykjavik

Here it is… took me some time to remember the ‘j’ in Reykjavik.

Reykjavik by Borbay

Just missing a splash of red for that primary triad.

Reykjavik by Borbay

The closest I got to nature in Iceland.

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Tower of power, looming in the background.

Kitty in Reykjavik by Borbay

This kitty was like, “bro, what’s up with the photos”. I ended up giving her a few euros for the privilege, and was on my way.

Reykjavik by Borbay

This dude was pointing at me, which I found disconcerting.

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This roughly translates to, “ey, fuhgeddabout”.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

The bird is the word and you’re light as a feather.

Reykjavik by Borbay

This store sells secret night-vision spy glasses.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

She is really happy about those smoothies.

Reykjavik by Borbay

Red house… not affiliated with Roadhouse.

Chuck Norris Grill Reykjavik by Borbay

As someone with terrible taste, I found their selection to be right on the money.

Chuck Norris Grill Reykjavik by Borbay

As you can imagine, Chuck Norris is celebrated across Europe (thanks for the tip Doug).

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Pretty sweet street-art wrap on this puppy.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

I mean, guys, come on, obviously I had to spend half my day at The Lebowski Bar.

Jeff Bridges as The Dude Painting by Borbay

Some folks were appalled to see me spending my time in Iceland at a bar, but that’s just like, your opinion, man.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Gravity defying pins.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Spin the wheel and win eight beers, or nothing at all.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

A closer look at them there pins.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Do you find the female form intimidating Mr. Lebowski?

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Grab a booth and shut the fuck up Donny.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Man of the year in the restroom. Is he right behind me?

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Cool art, be glad this isn’t a scratch and sniff.

Lebowski Bar Reykjavik Photo by Borbay

Had to get my draw on…

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

These friendly guys are stoked to meet you.

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Pride!

Arcade Museum Reykjavik by Borbay

Arcade & Toy Museum, bringing it back like Donkey Kong.

Punk Museum Reykjavik by Borbay

This fella sits across the street… I was told this work of art was officially licensed by Mars.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Tie today, gone tomorrow (behind condos).

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Grab a beer, let’s talk about it.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Getting into the tripper part of town, with some psychedelic graf.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

A touch of Marley in Iceland.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Sometimes, a scene describes itself.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Keeping it loose.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

Oh, we saw this building already, but here is the other side. Those blue skies are fleeting in Iceland.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

A fine-looking construction wrap.

Grafitti in Reykjavik by Borbay

I’m a sucker for red, and garbage cans.

Anarcho Grow Reykjavik by Borbay

Took a hot minute to read Anarcho Grow, a sweet book by a new collector.

Reykjavik by Borbay

Pull up a couch… and stand by for my next dispatch from Antwerp!

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