By Jessica Stewart on February 6, 2025

Photo: Brian Wolf

“It’s not just about painting walls, it’s about merging the spirit of graffiti’s raw energy with the craftsmanship and storytelling of mural-making to create art that connects with communities and tells powerful stories.”

Urban artist Shane Grammer is known for his large-scale murals. Working in a realistic style, Grammer’s pieces resonate with the community, whether he’s creating a vibrant mural to brighten a Miami high school or working with his non-profit Hope Through Art, to raise awareness about important causes.

Grammer’s work first caught our eye in 2019, when he painted a powerful portrait of a womanon a freestanding chimney that was left behind after the Camp Fire in Paradise, California. Recently, My Modern Met co-founder and editor-in-chief Eugene Kim crossed paths with Grammer at Miami Art Week, where he was able to see Grammer’s latest mural come to life.

“Not only is Shane super talented, but he also has a beautiful heart which is clearly displayed through his work,” Kim shares. “Shane introduced me to the tight-knit street art community in Wynwood, Miami, and they welcomed me with open arms, which I greatly appreciated. We are proud to feature Shane’s breathtaking artwork and call him a My Modern Met friend.”

We had the chance to chat with Grammer about the reasons he enjoys creating public art, his creative process, and the personal paintings he’s working on.[…]

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