Ellery Neon’s artistic journey, rooted in Brooklyn's punk graffiti scene, highlights a trajectory marked by resilience and a vibrant DIY ethos. From founding a squat community in an abandoned power plant to showcasing work at prestigious venues like MoMA PS1, Ellery's expression remains infused with a playful yet critical take on societal norms. His art reflects a blend of humor and queerness, challenging traditional notions while embracing the beauty of chaos. This complex narrative explores themes of identity, community, and the pursuit of creative freedom amidst New York's cultural evolution.
"If you're [in Brooklyn] and you're a kid, it's just kind of something people do. Growing up in the graff scene, it was very much like a straight boys club. I always felt a little bit on the outside. So I wanted to write something that was funny and made people happy, and was a little femme and queer."
"The world is both beautiful and heinous at the same time," Ellery reflects, a philosophy that permeates every aspect of his multifaceted practice.
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