With a calm nonchalance and a love for the journey, artist Bryan Blue understands that life as a creative is a constant ebb and flow of challenge and inspiration. Known to the masses as "Blue The Great" or simply "Blue," the multi-disciplinarian has settled into a comfortable sense of self that keeps him grounded in the day-to-day, leaning on a rock-steady intuition and years of dedication to propel him toward his goals.
Blue discovered his love of art at an early age, experimenting with the array of materials left around by his mother. After pursuing football at the collegiate level, the dynamic auteur gained a rapid following for his one-off t-shirt designs, shifting his focus again toward his true passion for creating distinctive works of art. With newfound motivation and unwavering support backing him, Blue openly embraced the challenge of fulfilling his artistic aspirations, finding solace in the ambiguity.
"I think you're always going to run into obstacles when you're doing anything creative because there's not a definitive answer," shares a reflective Blue. "You can't have success with anything you don't finish or see through. So, as far as painting and making art goes, I don't feel any limits, and I continue to push forward and try new things."
From having his art prominently displayed on the family fridge to creating breathtaking murals and bespoke works for musicians like Kendrick Lamar and Isaiah Rashad, Blue maintains a loving appreciation for his unique artistic process. Utilizing playful, vibrant motifs, Blue has manifested a distinctive style exclusive only to his catalog. By remaining curious, the established artist continues to showcase a clear consistency only years of free-flowing practice can produce, building on every moment and reminding us all that the best is still yet to come from Blue The Great.
"I know I'm Made For This because I never quit and I'm incredibly curious. I like to experiment and keep finding new ways to do things. I've become very adaptable in that way." the artist exclaims.
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