Art Ignites Change

Eustace Mamba is an artist whose practice spans painting, textiles, sculpture, photography, and sewn mixed media. In this conversation, Mural Arts project manager and curator of our ongoing Flower Show projects, Conrad Benner joins Eustace for a conversation about his 2026 Flower Show mural, "Life Is a Coloring Book: Past, Present, Future."

Mural Arts Live: Artist Talk Series, we spoke with Community Impact Regulator @jacenbowman about community, collaboration, and art — all while sharing laughs and keeping it real. From creative gems to real talk about legacy, identity, and the power of showing up fully, Jacen delivered with heart, clarity, and authenticity.

Black resilience, community, and the power of affirmations—tonight's Mural Arts: Live Artist Talk with @afromationavenue was one for the books! ✨ From the meaning behind their work to the impact it's making, they dropped nothing but gems! Tune in to this inspiring conversation hosted by our Digital Content Creator and Strategist, Dominique Smack, as Brittni Jennings and Kristin Kelly share why this work is so meaningful to them, what they're currently listening to and the hopes for their project in the future.

We kicked off this year's Mural Arts Live: Artist Talk Series with an inspiring conversation featuring Tai Corriente Baucom! From personal experiences to creative gems and advice for the next generation of artists, this talk is packed with insight you don't want to miss. Hit play and soak it all in!

Catch the dynamic conversation with three incredible artists from our Black Fellowship cohort—past and present! They shared their artistic journeys, inspirations, and the powerful impact of art on community and advocacy. The discussion shined light into the experiences within the cohort and provided insights that inspire those currently on this artistic path. From favorite Philly murals to creative process playlists, this conversation is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and pure artistry. Tune in to listen to the conversation and get inspired by these talented artists shaping the future of art in Philadelphia and beyond!

We had an inspiring and impactful chat with Black Artist Fellow and multi-hyphenate @nazeersabree! We stepped into his studio and got cozy as we covered everything from his childhood inspirations to how he navigates his mental health as an artist. He also shared gems about his journey and experiences, explaining how they've shaped who he is today. It was such a good conversation. Tap in and tell us what you think!

Relive the magic of our Mural Monday Artist Talk series as we closed out Women's History Month with the legendary poet and recording artist Ursula Rucker. 🎤✨ From her inspiring journey's beginnings to the vibrant community she's built, dive into her world while discovering her favorite Philly mural in this uplifting and engaging conversation. Don't miss out on the wisdom shared and the artistry celebrated!

In this Mural Monday Live, Artist, educator, and Black Artist Fellow alum @dyymondwy shares insight, resources, and, of course, a few laughs as we talked about her artistic journey and how funding has been an essential part of her career. Dyymond spoke with us about the power of community and collaboration in the public art world while allowing us to dive deeper into some of the challenges she's faced in the past. It was an impactful conversation, and we had such a good time!

We had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible @divinedownes, who took us on a journey through his artistic evolution, shared stories about his history with @muralarts, and provided a sneak peek into what inspires him daily. This was just the beginning of what's destined to be an amazing series of artist talks throughout the year. So, if you missed out on this one, don't worry - mark your calendars for next month's event, where we'll be chatting with another talented muralist from our community!