Meet the Artists
Brad Anthony Bernard is a Milwaukee-based artist, muralist, and educator whose vibrant public art celebrates cultural heritage and strengthens community connection. Through bold, expressive murals that honor Black leaders, explore themes of liberation, and illuminate historical narratives, Brad invites reflection, dialogue, and collective pride.
His mural Olmsted’s Visions is a permanent installation at Art Intersection MKE, serving as a powerful testament to his dedication to history, community storytelling, and the transformative potential of public art.
Jaime Brown is a mural artist based in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Her vibrant works are deeply rooted in her Ojibwe heritage and Islamic faith. Her murals, featured across the United States and internationally, emphasize cultural connection, spiritual symbolism, and the power of storytelling through public art.
Her collaborative mural The Sacred Song of Life, created with her husband Karim Jabbari, is a permanent installation that features the elements Earth, Water, Air, and Fire in Arabic calligraphy. Inspired by a poem by Abu Alqassem Chebbi.
Karim Jabbari is a Tunisian artist celebrated for blending traditional Arabic calligraphy such as Maghribi and Kufic scripts with modern light art techniques. His work has been showcased around the world and is known for connecting cultures and preserving heritage through visual storytelling.
His collaborative mural The Sacred Song of Life, created with his wife Jaime Brown, is a permanent installation that features the elements Earth, Water, Air, and Fire in Arabic calligraphy. The mural is inspired by a poem by Abu Alqassem Chebbi.
Karim will also present a captivating Live Light Calligraphy performance at Art Intersection MKE, showcasing his artistry and innovation.
Keenan Lampe is a sculptor based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Co-Founder of 20 Ton Studios. He creates large-scale works that confront complex social and environmental issues, blending meticulous craftsmanship with satirical humor. His sculpture Mutually Assured Destruction: Imminent is a permanent installation, engaging viewers with difficult realities through playful, thought-provoking forms.
Jesse Meyer is a sculptor and fine artist based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is renowned for his innovative metalwork and expressive figurative sculptures. With a background in design and fabrication, Jesse creates distinctive pieces that blend traditional techniques such as cold-forging with contemporary aesthetics. His work often explores the human form, resulting in intricate, layered compositions that invite close examination.
Jesse’s sensory sculpture series is a permanent installation, offering visitors an interactive and immersive experience that transforms art into a tactile and spatial dialogue.
Andre Saint Louis is a Milwaukee-based artist, designer, photographer, and custom furniture maker known for his exceptional craftsmanship and community-centered approach to art. From bespoke creations to striking public sculptures, his work embodies creativity, connection, and a deep engagement with social themes.
His sculpture Diminishing Returns is a permanent installation that explores environmental, economic, and political issues, inviting viewers to reflect on the forces shaping our shared future.
Daniel Wilson, originally from Cambridge, UK and now based in Chicago, USA, is a multimedia artist whose practice spans painting, illustration, photography, and murals. His work explores themes of human connection, energy, and emotion, reflecting a deep curiosity about the hidden layers of life.
His mural Mother Nature in Mother Hood is a permanent installation that highlights Daniel’s skill as a portrait artist and his ability to blend intimacy with universal storytelling.
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Hagopian Arts LLC is an independent, female-owned public art initiative rooted in West Philadelphia and founded by muralist Kala Hagopian in 2016. The studio is known for creating luminous, nature‑inspired murals that blend highly rendered realism with vibrant geometric patterns and atmospheric elements. These works transform urban spaces into visual narratives that highlight ecology, culture, and community.
Rozalia's extensive professional work encompasses a diverse range of murals that she has skillfully crafted in both indoor and outdoor settings. Her impressive portfolio showcases her artistic talent across various locations within the Milwaukee and Illinois areas, highlighting her versatility and dedication to craft.
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Devona crafts sweeping murals and expressive fine art paintings that breathe new life into the spaces they occupy. Through rich color and thoughtful layering, she explores the many layers of human emotion and experience. Her murals, prints, and original works are widely admired for their ability to both captivate and transform.
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Fred Kaems is a talented and multi-faceted artist hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He engages in various forms of artistic expression, including painting, design, and crafting. In his role as a designer, Kaems is particularly focused on creating sleek and modern objects, each meticulously crafted to serve a specific function or purpose. His diverse skill set allows him to explore different mediums while maintaining a commitment to both aesthetics and practicality in his creations.
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John Kowalczyk's artistic endeavors encompass a diverse array of mixed media paintings alongside grand, larger-than-life installations. His work is characterized by the innovative use of various materials, including vintage fabrics and treasures sourced from thrift stores. Additionally, he unexpected elements like gift wrap, shelf liner, string, and ribbon. The artistry is further enhanced by the repurposing of drawings and the creative use of glitter and which contribute to unique and captivating nature of his creations.
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Kimberly Burnett is a self‑taught artist and illustrator currently living and working in Milwaukee, WI. Drawn to the tension between realism and abstraction, she has developed a signature style she describes as fractured realism—an approach that breaks apart familiar forms to reveal the emotional undercurrents beneath them. Working primarily in oils and charcoal, Kimberly explores themes of vulnerability, identity, and the complexity of human experience. Her pieces often balance precision with expressive mark‑making, creating a visual language that feels both intimate and expansive.
Senkoe’s murals weave these currents into a chimeric Mexican identity, opening a doorway into a lucid, animal-dream realm where myth, memory, and the contemporary moment converse. Senkoe has exhibited widely—from England and France to the Americas and across Asia—and has been featured in urban art festivals on both national and international stages.
American artist Nova Czarnecki creates lush, figurative oil paintings where human bodies and natural forms intertwine—trees, petals, and organic shapes merging into meditations on connection and meaning. Living and working in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, she brings this sensibility to both public art projects and her exhibitions in galleries.
Milwaukee artist Drew York brings the energy of the streets to his murals and visual work. After retiring from a career as a professional BMX rider, he channeled years of traveling and city exploration into a deep love for public art and creative expression.
Mz. Icar is an anonymous art collective made up primarily of Black women who are committed to pushing the boundaries of creative expression and social impact. Our work lives at the intersection of innovation and transformation, using art as a tool to question, disrupt, and reimagine the world around us. Anonymity allows us to center community over individual recognition, creating a space where ideas can move freely and collaboratively. Their mission is to amplify marginalized voices, challenge structural inequities, and build new cultural narratives that reflect the complexity and brilliance of Black womanhood. Mz. Icar is both a collective practice and a collective promise: to create boldly, to imagine freely, and to transform intentionally.