Art Affairs 042 - Lauren YS

enJune 28, 2021

Art Affairs

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Were there any points particularly controversial or thought-provoking discussed in the episode?

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About this Episode

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Lauren YS.

We discuss how they first got started in the mural scene, the incredible activist work they've been doing in support of the LGBTQ, BIPOC, and AAPI communities (@squidtropica), their upcoming solo show at Heron Arts, and a whole lot more. We're taking it to the streets, once again, on Art Affairs 42 (the answer to life, the universe, and everything).

Also mentioned in this episode: Juxtapoz, Nychos, Pow! Wow! Worldwide, Spoke Art, Static Medium, and Mr. Aryz.

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Website: laurenys.com
Instagram: @squid.licker
Facebook: @laurenysart

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