Sherwin Banfield unveiled his “YEAA-a-a-a- a-ah!” sculpture, honoring one of his hip hop influences, Kool DJ Red Alert.
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Graduating with honors from the Parsons School of Design in 1999, Banfield immediately engaged in various mentorships across New York City. His journey included participation in numerous programs, culminating in an opportunity to attend the Studio Art Centers International in Florence, Italy, in 2007. This international experience allowed Banfield to seek knowledge and refine his artistic skills, deepening his understanding of how to express himself through sculpture.
As Banfield’s experience evolved, hip hop became a significant source of inspiration for many of his artworks. His installations gained widespread recognition across all five boroughs. Noteworthy pieces include the G.O.A.T. sculpture of LL Cool J, which the Queens native publicly cosigned on network television, and the 9-foot “Sky’s the Limit” sculpture in Cortlandt Park, which pays homage to his childhood hero, the Notorious B.I.G.
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