I am thrilled to engage in a captivating conversation with our next guest, an extraordinary multi-faceted creator who has established a profound impact in the realm of art and self-expression. He creates abstract art using bold colors, shapes, and textures. Please welcome Santos Shelton!

Join us as we discuss:

• An inspiring podcast episode that delves into the creative world of Santos Shelton, an artist whose love for anime and comic books ignited his passion for art.
• How art serves as a therapeutic outlet for Santos, providing him with a powerful medium to express his emotions and life experiences.
• Discover the captivating elements of storytelling and vibrant colors in Santos' abstract art, where he skillfully conveys emotions and establishes a profound connection with viewers.
• Explore the essence of Santos' creative process, where he emphasizes the significance of taking breaks and finding a delicate balance between work and self-care to fuel his artistic endeavors.
• How Santos draws inspiration from his lived experiences in the Bay Area, leading us on a journey through his art that explores thought-provoking themes of race, class, and gentrification.

We invite you to join us in an enthralling conversation, where we delve deep into the wellsprings of inspiration, the impactful influences, and the fascinating creative process that breathes life into Santos Shelton's enchanting and emotive artwork.

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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