About me
THIS IS ME
Steven McKenzie
Illustrator, Painter, & Visual Installer Steven Mckenzie is a Bronx native and graduate of Clark Atlanta University with a BA in Fashion design and merchandising currently freelancing in New York City & Los Angeles. Growing up, Steven was consumed by Japanese anime, and Hip-Hop culture, which have always been present throughout all of his work; ranging from women, and their beauty, to short comics about everyday life.
Working with pencil, ink, paper, acrylic paint, adhesive vinyl, and wood, he seeks to honor and highlight the beauty of people and culture, create spaces that are unique and inviting, as well as the process of his own mind through the execution of crisp, bold, shapely, even, orderly lines and contrasting colors. Steven has always been an artist and studied art throughout various fields like charcoal, watercolor, and airbrushing from his youth, and continues to be a student of art, taking commissions as well as personal and corporate jobs, from illustrations and graphic design to wall murals.
Working in various fields over the years, he has gained experience and knowledge in production such as visual display and vinyl installation, in addition to working with heat press machines, screen printing, and tattooing. He has worked with companies such as Uniqlo, MoMA (Museum of Modern Art), Zound Industries, Swatch, Canali, Akris, Sabon, as well as participated in RAW Artist, BX Art Factory, and Greenpoint Gallery Showcases. When he's not making art you can find Steven roller skating, eating, or hanging out with friends soaking up inspiration for a new piece.