DALeast
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DALeast is an internationally renowned artist most well known for the incredible painting of animals that he creates in public spaces and his unique metal rod motif in which his figures often seem made of flakes of shiny metal.
DALeast studied sculpture at the Hubei Institute of Fine Arts (HIFA), which is regarded as one of the best and most selective Schools of Fine Arts in China. He found the lessons focused too rigidly on technique and not enough on creativity. He met his graffiti crew at this time which allowed him to explore his love of colour and creativity. He left the school in his fourth year but credits both his studies in sculpture and his graffiti crew as heavy influences to his current practice.
DALeast was born and grew up in Wuhan, China. Wuhan is one of the largest cities in China, situated on the Yangtze River. He has also lived in Beijing, and South Africa.
His practice shows a recognition of the natural world and it’s impact on human life. This coupled with his playful creativity leads to amazing, largescale murals that fundamentally alter the human made environment.
He has been featured on the Art Affairs with Michael Faith.
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