THE ART AND SOUL OF MUNDO

EDMUND MUNDO HOLMES SHARES HIS PASSION FOR BRINGING TO LIFE THE BLACK EXPERIENCE IN THE SOUL OF PORTLAND.

BY FLOSSIN MEDIA PHOTO FLOSSIN MEDIA STAFF

Anyone who truly appreciates the language of art knows that it has the power to speak louder than words. As the artist and designer behind the Soul District Brand Identity Campaign banners, Edmund Mundo Holmes’ love and passion for bringing to life the Black experience in the Soul of Portland will be on full display in inner N/NE neighborhoods throughout the District in June, 2023.

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Mundo was captivated by art and illustration early in his life and explored his talents by drawing everything that he saw or loved: Garfield, Ninja Turtles, and Looney Toons characters. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in fine arts and product design from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, interned at Nike, and after graduation, he returned to Portland to attend Pensole Academy and pursue a career in the footwear industry. Through exploration of creative outlets including dance, graffiti, sculpture and sports, he currently channels his art through expressions such as footwear, apparel, stickers, buildings, interactive experiences and transportation. He has spent the past 12 years with Nike and now designs lifestyle shoes for the Jordan brand.

Mundo’s impressive portfolio now includes being the creative force behind the banner designs for the Soul District Business Association’s district identity campaign. The powerful images he uses speak through the lens of representation, empowerment and the journey of being a Black expressionist in the City of Roses. “The whole message is Investing in the Soul,” Mundo reflected. “Whether it is mental, physical, financial, you have to invest yourself in it.”

Blending bold colors, textures and dimensions, his signature jazz, funk, and graffiti inspired style is infused with a soul-driven message to the world about who he is, where he stands and his thoughts on society. With a steady focus on finding happiness, positivity and new ways to balance heavy subject matter, Mundo seeks to open eyes, minds, and hearts with his art and creative endeavors. His aim is to leave his audience inspired, encouraging them to reflect on what they have learned from his work and how they feel after digesting his art.

For more information about the Soul District Business Association, hop on over to souldistrictbiz.org or stop in at our office located at 6607 NE MLK Jr. Blvd. Portland, OR -97211.

To hear more of Mundo’s story, check out our PDX Black Rose podcast on Flossin Media’s youtube channel.

For questions or professional requests of Edmund Mundo Holmes, you can reach out via email to mundo@theartofmundo.com

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