Episode 82: Mikey Yates on the Joy of Slam Ups and Painting as a Form of Witness

Dear Adam Silver

Mikey Yates is a painter currently based in Kansas City, MO and a resident at the Charlotte Street Foundation, where our interview took place. Mikey paints tiny moments that carry a significant weight to him, sometimes also engaging with historical world events. Basketball, his first love, comes up again in different scenes that he depicts and his rich, dynamic palette brings a glow and reverence to each of his paintings. Grateful to have the chance to talk shop with Mikey and unpack how his work, and deep appreciation for basketball, came to be.

You can see and find out about his work here and be sure to follow him on Instagram @mikey_yates.

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