Grin, Gilette Wyoming 2024
Artist Bio: *Grin* (Wyoming 1979) is a US based character street artist who pushes the line between graffiti and street art/mural art. Frequently found in suburban areas with higher volumes of vandalism, his cartoony style aims to raise the bar in the graffiti world, brighten the walls of frustrated business owners, and most importantly, take advantage of the therapeutic value of it himself. His prolific 10 year journey in the infamous world of graffiti, (mostly funded by private investments or commission work) has produced hundreds of large public walls and individual canvas pieces that are featured in galleries, homes, cities, and even boasts a mural portrait of Michael Phelps in one of his signature swim-spa outlets. Serving the entire United States, you'll never know where he'll spring up.
Artist Statement: I believe in the cause, I can identify with the both the audience and those familiar with mental illnesses including this one, and I plan on putting up a handful across the country.