"Gotta get up and be somebody."
#Rise
Inspired by Hulu’s Wu-Tang: An American Saga, this self-initiated piece explores the chaotic genius of Ol’ Dirty Bastard through hand-lettered interpretations of his most iconic lyrics.
each phrase is illustrated to reflect the raw emotion and cadence of his delivery—layered with playful vandalism, grit, and New York soul to evoke a modern East Coast Mona Lisa.
Note: Close up focused shots and photostitching in progress.