Alim Smith

American artist, born 1990

BiographyAlim Smith is a Delaware-born, interdisciplinary artist. Alim’s path into the art world began in elementary school and blossomed when he attended Cab Calloway School of the Arts. His artistic process expands beyond a singular medium due to several years of applied studies in visual and communicative arts and photography. Smith’s creative exploration stems from experiences and events within his culture, applying a variety of ideas based on his knowledge of self and understanding of others.

Also known as Yesterday Nite, Smith’s surrealistic cultural artifacts are meant to shift and challenge viewer’s perspective. These captivating images have been featured in numerous publications and online platforms including Juztapoz, Afropunk.com, Interview Magazine, and Blavity. Notable commissions include illustrations for Rolling Stone, the art campaign for the drama Atlanta, and the album cover for Mac Miller’s posthumous Balloonerism.

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