Muralists, chefs, drummers and other creatives of color are illuminating the pulse of their communities. We’re shining more light on them through our ongoing series.
Milwaukee’s Cultural Makers
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Nealita Nelson is building community one Lego brick at a time
After gaining national attention on Fox’s “LEGO Masters,” Milwaukee-native Nealita Nelson is using her platform to encourage creativity and community among builders of all ages.
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Paletas, paint and pride: New South Side mural celebrates community and summer sunsets
A new 55-foot-wide mural by Luna Creative Collaborations is coming to life on the outside of Paleteria Yayo, 1727 W. Lincoln Ave.
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Peeling back barriers: Milwaukee fruit artist brings a fresh approach to healthy eating
Imani Raiyne, founder of Kreative Fruitz, uses her art to make healthy eating more accessible and engaging across the city.
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Milwaukee muralist Tia Richardson transforms communities through collaborative art
For more than two decades, Tia Richardson has helped residents transform not just walls but how they see themselves and their communities through collaborative murals.
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The art of breathing: Inside the purposeful artistry of Anthony ‘Kashes’ Brewer
After leaving a tech career during the pandemic, Anthony “Kashes ” Brewer built an art studio rooted in breath, mental health and family.
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Art that listens: Inside Milwaukee’s first bilingual art museum
Opened in 2024 by Ernesto “Neto” Atkinson, The Catacombs of Neto Art Museum was designed as a space for conversation and connection, but not silence.
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Powwow drum circle inspires Indigenous youths in Milwaukee
The Nahwahquaw brothers formed the group to connect Indigenous boys, ranging in age from 10 to 20, in Milwaukee to their roots.