On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Hebru Brantley.

We discuss growing up painting graffiti in the streets of Chicago, his desire to create characters that are more representative of and relatable to the black community, his upcoming solo show at Ross-Sutton Gallery, and a ton more! A legit Chicago legend, on Art Affairs 45.

Also mentioned in this episode: Little Black Pearl, The Zhou Brothers, Theaster Gates, Derrick Adams, Nina Chanel Abney, Brandon Deener, James Jean, and Madsaki.

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