I write and make artwork to trap time, expose truth, and leave a mark before the lights go out.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I enjoy creating brand satire (brandalism) or editorial illustrations with a dark edge to them. I recently published a memoir about my NYC art school days. (Check out SLOANE/KBANKS on Amazon). "College" in New York City was creative insanity because at that age we are invincible!
Where do you find inspiration?I'm inspired by music & film, but most of my inspiration comes from viewing the world like an angry teenager, and then turning the emotions into opinionated pictures.
What would you do with $25,000?I'd like to make a short film about my family and friends artwork — and then find the best chicken salad sandwich in America.
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