The Landscape of Urban Contemporary Art — Panel Discussion
Presented as part of FUTURE IS NOW X MUSEUM
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Location: 118 N. Jefferson Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Admission: Free and open to the public
Join us for The Landscape of Urban Contemporary Art, a dynamic panel discussion presented as part of FUTURE IS NOW X MUSEUM.
Moderated by Rodney Veal of ThinkTV, the conversation brings together internationally recognized artists Al Díaz, co-creator of SAMO®, Mike Giant, artist and co-founder of REBEL8, and Kimyon Huggins, artist and founder of FUTURE IS NOW X MUSEUM.
Together, the panelists will explore the evolution of urban contemporary art, discussing the influence of street art, illustration, design, music, and community on today's creative landscape. Drawing from decades of experience, they will share insights into artistic practice, cultural impact, and the future of the movement.
Whether you're an artist, collector, student, or simply curious about contemporary culture, this free public discussion offers a rare opportunity to hear from influential voices shaping the conversation around urban art today.
The Dayton presentation of FUTURE IS NOW X MUSEUM is made possible through the support of an MCACD Special Projects Grant.
Join us on Saturday, August 1 at 5:00 PM for this engaging conversation at 118 N. Jefferson Street.
