One Mic
Expressionist Painter
Born in 1997 in The Bronx, NY, USA
Resides and works in Troy, NY, USA
EDUCATION
[2024-2026]: Fine Arts A.S., Hudson & Valley Community College, New York, United States
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
[2023] “The Remedy: Soul Food” 66 Greenpoint — Brooklyn, NY, USA
[2023] “Pancake & Booze” 9 Bob Note — Brooklyn, NY, USA
[2023] “Pancake & Booze” MIKA — Brooklyn, NY, USA
[2022] “Pancake & Booze” MIKA — Brooklyn, NY, USA
[2022] “Pancake & Booze” MIKA — Brooklyn, NY, USA
[2022] “OPEN CALL” Greenpoint Gallery — Brooklyn, NY, USA
[2022] “Works Of Art” Arts In Bushwick Gallery — Brooklyn, NY, USA
SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS
[2022] “One Mic” — Greenpoint Gallery, Brooklyn, NY, USA
SELECTED PRESS
Shoutout Colorado, “Meet Michael Lloyd | Artist & Founder of LEFOURSEVEN” in Local Stories (2021)
Bold Journey, "Meet One Mic" in Stories & Perspectives on Resilience Building
SKILLS
- Abstraction
- Mixed media
- Expressionism
- Sculpture
- Painting
AWARDS
Open call at Greenpoint Gallery (winner), Greenpoint Gallery, Brooklyn, NY, USA
LANGUAGES
English
BIO
One Mic is an American artist born in 1997 in Bronx, NY, currently based in Troy, NY. He is an expressionist painter and sculptor known for his bold brushwork, vibrant colors, and emotive compositions. One Mic works primarily in mixed media painting on various surfaces and marble on canvas. He is best known for exploring complex themes such as love, resilience, and spirituality, inviting viewers to contemplate deeper meanings through his artwork.
One Mic’s work often delves into the exploration of human emotions, societal issues, and personal experiences. His Hungry Man series (2023) fuses mixed media elements to delve into the multifaceted experiences and challenges faced by young Black men in America. Each piece in the series encapsulates a unique aspect of their journey, from struggles and resilience to the hopes and dreams that define their existence. Additionally, his Hands of Stoned series (2021-2023) explores the nuanced world of drug use among professional athletes, shedding light on the dual roles of substances in recovery and performance enhancement.
One Mic’s artwork has been featured in notable exhibitions, including the Greenpoint Gallery and MIKA in New York, USA. His work is collected by the EAC Network and various private collections across the United States. One Mic has also participated in prestigious events, such as winning 1st place in the Open Call at Greenpoint Gallery in New York, USA in 2022. Through his art, One Mic continues to make a significant impact, pushing boundaries and provoking thought in the art world and beyond.