ABOUT

 

Chad Eckersley is a painter, illustrator, cartoonist, and writer based in the greater Chicagoland area. After transitioning from a career as a hip-hop musician to visual art upon the birth of his son, Eckersley has established himself as a multidisciplinary artist with a distinctive voice. His work often combines bold, imaginative storytelling with vivid, evocative visuals that capture both the contemporary and the timeless.

Eckersley collaborated with the prestigious advertising agency FCB Chicago to create the impactful 25 Black History Heroes art installation, celebrating unsung pioneers in history. He was a grant recipient of Grubhub's Driver for Change Program and starred in a 2021 commercial showcasing his artistic journey, which gained further recognition through a segment on HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. He has made the Chicago Reader Best of Chicago 2022 as runner-up for Best Visual Artist.

In addition to his fine art projects, Eckersley is the writer and illustrator of WantedMan, a cyber-western comic series that explores themes of humanity, survival, and rebellion in a richly imaginative world. With a passion for pushing creative boundaries, he continues to produce work that inspires and captivates audiences.