Clarence James on Art, Resistance & Breaking Free from the 9-to-5 | Sommer Time Podcast

In this thought-provoking and inspiring episode of Sommer Time Podcast, Sommer Hill sits down with Clarence James, a self-taught artist whose journey from graffiti to fine art is a story of resistance, creativity, and self-discovery.

They dive into:

🎨 The transition from graffiti to canvas painting

🖌️ Why 1984 (George Orwell) inspired his art movement

💡 Breaking societal norms & creating a life outside the 9-to-5 system

🔥 Why Basquiat is the GOAT of modern art & how he shaped Clarence's work

💰 Turning passion into profit—how art became his full-time career

From Howard University experiences to critiques on society, capitalism, and creativity, Clarence keeps it real about resistance, self-expression, and why art is more than just a career—it’s a movement.

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