As a model of productivity, wit, hustle and grind.. artist Steven Powers / ESPO has been a consistently refreshing source of inspiration in recent years. I suppose if I could express one gripe it would be only that I find myself somewhat baffled not to have been made aware of his work sooner.
Though my previous post touched briefly on his appearance in the film Beautiful Losers, it’s Powers’ more recent murals in and around West Philadelphia (thanks for the tip John!)  that is the subject of the video below, and has me singing his praises yet again. Titled A Love Letter for You, Powers’ latest endeavor manifests as a colorful and endearing dialogue with the city of his youth, taking the form of wonderfully poignant missives in his trademark signage-inspired style.
If you find yourself in Philly anytime soon– as I will this weekend incidentally.. it would behoove you to make a trip out of your way to catch some of Powers’ terrific work. Â (PS, here’s an annotated list of various pieces and their geographic locations.)
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