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“Jack of all trades is a master of non, but better than any master of one.” ☀️✨🔥🤘🏾

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Thank you @aftsgallery for displaying my work I’m so excited and congratulations on a great opening reception! ❤️🎨✨🙏🏾 by @akaruffin

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4 months ago

Built for the people by the people. This mural was created by any means Necessary. Malcolm X Mural Project #malcolmx #springfieldma #413 #soulfoodart #publicart #muralart #chessangelspromotions by @akaruffin

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9 months ago

It was a pleasure to be apart of something that will go on to inspire generations. Thank you 2x Oscar winning and #Springfields own @therealruthecarter and thank you @common.wealth.murals and all artists who were apart of this installation. taken in Springfield, Massachusetts by @akaruffin

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3 years ago

Springfield, Leominster & Turners Falls. This shot captures the talent we have in Massachusetts and right outside our door. We don’t sleep on our state or surrounding cities because this is the talent that’s often underrepresented and overlooked. It’s time to put a spotlight on what we have.

Featured:

@damahyaa (Top Left)
Mongroo, 2022
Acrylic on Canvas, 16x16 in

@akaruffin (Bottom Left)
Monkey Wrench, 2026
Acrylic on Canvas, 24x20

@akaruffin (Middle)
Drunkards Path, 2026
Acrylic on Canvas, 36x24

@mochapalette (Top Right)
Kamau, 2022
Acrylic and Mixed Media 16x20

@jjartiste (Bottom Right)
Just Hanging, 2025
Mixed Media on Canvas, 38.5x17.5

📸: @sophiemrkhm by @akaruffin

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2 months ago

We creat it. Interpret it. Then we release it.
Our message was simple. “constantly try to be the best version of yourself” - Mamba Mentality is here! by @akaruffin

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a year ago

I had a chance to mentor Youth Works Crew over the summer. We got some bright artist on the way! They did AMAZING! Mural install at impact prep w/ Gisselle @common.wealth.murals

#chessangelspromotions #soulfoodart by @akaruffin

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a year ago

@stemandthorn Thank you for placing such a beautiful mural in my city. You put Hope on a building that has given many opportunities to the youth. Appreciate you art, your wisdom, and your energy. Peace to you always ☀️ by @akaruffin

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a year ago

Red Mango Mural. Just painting 🎨✨ by @akaruffin

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2 years ago

Painting a mural in the Red Mango Cafe. Opening soon! by @akaruffin

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2 years ago

Thanks to all the people who stopped by my section and showed some love including Stone Soul Festival for the invite. Feeling grateful. S/0 @quanth3donn on the track! ☀️🎨🖌️✨
#Soulfoodart by @akaruffin

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2 years ago

Such a fun project to be a part of! ☀️✨🎨
“imagine world” June 2024 @sharona_color @self.413_ @theivorybunny @rywandojones by @akaruffin

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2 years ago

Tiffany Allecia Thank you so much for recognizing the creatives in the city. Such a pleasant Surprise ☀️✨ We Working!! 💥 @chessangelspromotions #soulfoodart by @akaruffin

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3 years ago