Hebru Brantley creates empowering, Afrofuturist visions inspired by notions of heroism.
Based on an original painting of the same name, Free Advice sees the artist’s recurring character Phibby brought to life in three-dimensional form.
Looking up expectantly, the title derives from the words of Brantley’s elders – those who have experienced life in every possible way. In jest or in a bid to save the younger generation from potential pitfalls they've encountered, 'free advice' is offered.
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