On this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, I sit down with Raheem Nelson, a photographer, cartoonist, and digital artist based in New Haven, CT.
A graduate of the School of Visual Arts with a BFA in Cartooning, Raheem’s creative journey began with traditional cartooning and oil painting. Today, he blends those foundations with modern tools, creating both personal and professional work using his iPad and trusty Canon camera.
Raheem specializes in graphic recording, portraits, and pop art, using his skills to tell stories that merge visual creativity with cultural influence. His work has been featured by NFT NYC 2023, Arts and Ideas, The Shops at Yale, New Haven Cultural, The Arts Council, The Tie Bar, and Power to The Patients.
In addition to his visual work, Raheem co-created the illustrated book The Mind of a Saint alongside hip hop artist Skyzoo, combining art and music in a powerful storytelling collaboration.
In this episode, Raheem shares:
How his background in cartooning and painting shapes his work today
The transition to digital art and photography with iPad and Canon
Insights into graphic recording, portraits, and pop art
The story behind The Mind of a Saint with Skyzoo
His experiences showcasing art at NFT NYC and cultural institutions
This is an inspiring conversation about art, technology, and storytelling, and how Raheem uses creativity to bridge worlds of tradition and innovation.
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YouTube: @RaheemNelson
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