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BLAC® Memphis Artist of the Week: Joseph Boyd

Art + Culture — November 11, 2021 — By BLAC Editorial

Muralist Joseph Boyd’s skill surpasses what he can put on canvas. As the owner of Flight of Fancy The Gallery in Memphis, he’s also adept in business. His bold and lively pieces are so eye-catching, it’s gained him recognition by major organizations. He’s been commissioned by the American Cancer Society and has worked with furniture […]

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November 11, 2021

Muralist Joseph Boyd’s skill surpasses what he can put on canvas. As the owner of Flight of Fancy The Gallery in Memphis, he’s also adept in business. His bold and lively pieces are so eye-catching, it’s gained him recognition by major organizations. He’s been commissioned by the American Cancer Society and has worked with furniture retail giant Ikea. You can find his murals in schools, on structures around the city, on vehicles, and even on furniture!

“Be the elephant in the room” is not just a motto – it lives in how expressive, noticeable, and larger than life his paintings are. To check out more of Joseph’s innovative works visit his website josephboydart.com and his gallery site flightoffancyco.com. You can also follow him on Instagram @JoecoolArt.

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