Ryan Del Norte

Graphics Artist

When I arrived in SF to pursue my ambitions as a house music dj/promoter, I needed a graphics designer. I was introduced to Ryan and I learned a lot about the world of branding. I recall wanting my Myspace address printed on my business card but he advised against it, "It's not going to be around in a few more years." He was right. When I switched to live music events and DIY fliers, we trailed off. His tutelage has always meant so much to me so reconnecting years later feels like a blessing. My concern of whom to call for help with art direction, brand development and design is gone. It's my old friend Ryan Del Norte.

Akeem Raheem

Art (In Love... Again)

I've been feeling pretty lucky/blessed about crossing paths with great artists like Akeem Raheem. As the single "In Love... Again" began to come together, I checked Akeem's Instragram to see his latest creations and I saw the red phone. I was drawn to the red phone because it was simple, nostalgic and most importantly, vibed with the song's lyrical content. Akeem and I have several releases under our belts now and I already have art from him for another looming release. I'm really fortunate to have him in my corner. Thank you Akeem!

Check out Akeem Raheem's work on Opensea (the link!)

Elaine Leon

Art (Denials)

I've certainly have gotten into the habit of checking out the latest work of Akeem Raheem, Ami Campbell and of course Elaine Leon in search of art to use with the new singles. With a quick scan of Elaine's instagram, I found exactly what I was looking for. To my surprise, the piece is titled "The Fall" thus matching the maudlin tenor of the music. As my friends keep creating, I will keep checking in on them. I'm excited to see the continued evolution of Elaine's work and hope we can continue working together, combining art and music.

Check out Elaine Leon's artwork!!! (the link!)

Elaine Leon & Ami Campbell

Art (Blue Sun)

I met Elaine & Ami in Oakland by chance as I would stop by their work on my way to Lake Merritt. When the Dream EP was in the works, I asked them if I could use their art for the EP and they agreed. I have been looking forward to working together again and 'Blue Sun' was a great opportunity. When I saw the sad clown on Ami's page, I knew I found the perfect piece. The sad clown painting also coincidentally matches the collaborative spirit of the song being drawn by Elaine and painted by Ami. Viola!

Check out Ami's art website!! (link)

Akeem Raheem

All Art(Rockn Roll Is A Feeling)

This time last year, I had just met Akeem and he had contributed one of his pieces to be used for the cover of the Dream EP. I started to follow him on the gram and began to get to know the range of his art. When the covid lockdown stopped the world, a flight to NYC for pictures with Vacances was unrealistic, so I asked Akeem if he could paint an old photo of us. After hanging up I knew this meant I had to have all of the band photos with the other singers painted. The project required combining two different people, from two different pictures to create a new image. Akeem knocked it out. 

Follow akeem on instragram (link)

Akeem Raheem

Art(Dream EP)

I met Akeem wandering through Oakland's First Fridays. I saw a painting in the corner of my eye and had to immediately investigate. I then wondered through the thick crowd, sun shining, loud music blaring from all angles and sweet chronic smoke dancing in the wind as I slowly made my way over to Akeem's art display. His art is vibrant, colorful, hip hop themed and drenched in Oakland pride. We exchanged a few words, networked and I knew I had the art for the cover I was looking for. You can peep and purchase Akeem's art at Urban Eclectic in Oakland.

Elaine Leon

Art(Dream EP)

I've been fortunate to follow this artist from the struggle stage to having their art showcased in galleries. Elaine is a hungry artist. If you follow her Instagram you will quickly see that she breaths and lives art. When I look over her pieces, I cant help but see endless marketing possibilities. Her art is steeped in her Latin roots which gives her another angle to draw inspiration from. I'm very happy that she allowed me to use some of her pieces and I look forward to supporting a new friend and her dreams of success. 

follow Elaine on instagram!!

Ami Campbell

Art(Dream EP)

On Ami's Instagram page you will notice a tranquil, elegant style that I can only compare to the first time I went to the Japanese Tea gardens in SF. Soft colors and textured floral patterns have become her signature but as a true artist, she also expirements. Her devil girl picture is one of my all time favorites. From the moment I saw it, I knew exactly how I wanted to use the piece. There's so much going on that picture. The makeup that's perfectly applied, the detail in her eyes, the Kill Bill hair cut... but the devil on her back tells us that there's more to this girl, proceed with caution.