Russell Short (1961-2023), Klutch to friends and peers, was a man who rode his own wave. He lived his way and no one could change that. He hated authority and loved controlled chaos. Klutch shared copious amounts of wisdom, humor, and stories with anyone who had the courage to reach out to him and had the time to listen. He mentored countless people who have said they owe their lives to him. He was respected in the graffiti world, punk world, skate world, art world, and in every group of friends he ever associated with. He was a legend and will forever be in our hearts.
Russell Short's life was art. He lived by his own rules from start to finish; passing on June 8th, 2023 in Portland, OR at the age of 61 from complications related to a brain aneurysm. He died knowing he was loved by an enormous community of fans and friends that were absolutely vital to him finding peace in the most vulnerable year of his life.
