This Bronzeville/Douglas native who still lives and works in Chicago is one of the most publicly respected and recognized graffiti artists.
Photo by Onasis from http://voices.suntimes.com/arts-entertainment/the-daily-sizzle/chicago-artist-hebru-brantley-hosts-pop-up-shop-during-lollapalooza/
His own statement claims that his style derives from "graffiti-worn buildings and sneaker-hung telephone poles honoring memories of local legends." (Isn't that what he is??) Mythological heroes in cartoons and comic books are what inspired him to tell stories through his art.
From DoctorStick on http://www.flickr.com/photos/doctorstick/7625720382/
Bothered by black exploitation and science fiction in movies and on TV when he was younger, Brantley started to express himself visually. Among his influences are Romare Bearden, Keith Haring, Basquiat, and black folt art.
Poster by Hebru Brantley from http://theboard.lollapalooza.com/showthread.php?776-20th-Anniversary-Commerative-Poster
One thing that Brantley is very notorious for is his use of different surfaces and media including wood, spray paint, coffee, and tea. Even thought he has moved on from tagging walls to canvas art, he will always be remembered for his anime-like pieces in Chicago.
From http://themadeblog.com/tag/wicker/
Hebru Brantley has had his work exhibited in Atlanta, Miami, Seattle, L.A. & New York. Two of his pieces are currently being featured at the American Embassy in Stockholm throughout the remainder of the year. He has also worked for people/companies including: Lollapalooza, Jay Z, Nike, & Life + Times.
From http://tullman.blogspot.com/2011/11/tullman-collection-artist-hebru.html
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