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Samuel
this is what i mean - Stormzy Universal Music by Samuel Hall in Wollongong
this is what i mean - Stormzy Universal Music
I was commissioned by Universal Music to paint a mural on the infamous Marys Wall in Newtown. This mural was a part of the overall content for the worldwide release of UK Rapper/ Artist Stormzy.
The concept behind this image was focused on evolution of Stormzy not only as a heavy hitting grime artist exploding on the scene to work his way to be the undisputed King of grime, but Stormzy the man, who is now one of the greatest poets of his generation, whose depth of thought and versatility as an artist has covered almost all genres and influenced millions worldwide.
This artwork aims to reflect that harmony and versatility, with three extremely powerful images of a man who has bridged styles and genres, and is at the top of the world. The photographs are surrounded by 12 gold bars, representing the 12 tracks on the album.
As a fan myself, the peace and confidence in his music and persona that has developed Stormzy as his star has risen is extremely admirable and inspiring. He’s become comfortable enough in his journey to push the boundaries and challenge the conception of what a ‘rap star’ can achieve, and that’s what I aim to display in this concept.
Meet the Artist
Meet the Artist
Wollongong, AustraliaA multi-disciplined Artist residing in the Wollongong area, Samuel grew up in the small coastal town of Kiama, NSW.
Being a vibrant and energetic person, he expresses his love for life with bright, vivid striking colour palettes. Using a rage of different techniques used in many Being a vibrant and energetic person, he expresses his love for life with bright, vivid striking colour palettes. Using a rage of different techniques used in many different disciplines Samuel has developed a unique process, creating vibrant and abstract surreal figurative works exploring the relationship humans have different disciplines Samuel has developed a unique process, creating vibrant and abstract surreal figurative works exploring the relationship humans have both with each other and with nature, drawing inspiration from a love of the ocean, nature and travel, as well as the connections made through a inquisitive both with each other and with nature, drawing inspiration from a love of the ocean, nature and travel, as well as the connections made through a inquisitive love of conversation and exploration. love of conversation and exploration.
Samuel has worked closely in the mental health sphere, in particular youth services and disabilities. Suffering from a rare nerve disease himself, he uses his Samuel has worked closely in the mental health sphere, in particular youth services and disabilities. Suffering from a rare nerve disease himself, he uses his vibrant energy and passion for human connection to try to be a positive role model for people to overcome adversity. vibrant energy and passion for human connection to try to be a positive role model for people to overcome adversity.
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