Booka paints in acrylic on masonite, cutting boards, found wood, or old canvas from thrift stores. “A busted piece of wood or an old thrift store painting is more approachable and inspiring to me than a brand new canvas. I can also appreciate the history of an object. It all becomes part of the piece,” he explains.

Booka has been painting since childhood, when he used paint markers to create elaborate drawings on the grip tape of his skateboard. “Not having the internet, my strongest influences were the local graffiti artists, skateboard magazines, album art, and my older brother.” Booka took these influences, added his own style, and, when not creating his own art, now teaches painting and beat-making classes to a new generation of creative minds. “I paint to stay sane, or relatively sane,” he comments. “I go a little crazy if I'm not being productive, whether it's painting or music. The challenge for me is finding a balance between the two.”

Booka B has created a tremendous amount of artwork, most of which you can see at his online portfolio.

See more of Booka B's work at www.flickriver.com.

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