Futura is a renowned graffiti artist known for his groundbreaking departure from traditional lettering in the 1980s and his embrace of abstraction. A teenager in New York during the rise of the graffiti and urban art movement in the 1970s, he quickly made a name for himself with his innovative style. Over the course of his 50-year career, Futura has exhibited alongside influential artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and Kenny Scharf, and his distinctive clouds of color, fine lines, and fluid brushwork have made him a respected figure in the world of urban art.
In addition to his work as a painter, Futura has also used his art to comment on important social issues. His latest project, “Pointman – River Warrior,” is a series of sculptures made from repurposed waste materials collected from the Singaporean and Balinese waterways. The sculptures, which were unveiled in Singapore and Bali, were created in collaboration with Potato Head and OMA as part of the “N*thing is Possible” exhibition during Singapore Design Week. The exhibition, which featured contributions from leading designers such as Kengo Kuma, Max Lamb, Faye Toogood, and Andreu Carulla, aimed to highlight the hospitality brand’s commitment to a zero-waste lifestyle. Through his thought-provoking and environmentally conscious work, Futura continues to be a vital voice in the world of urban art.