I am Brandon Valery Johnson a Brooklyn-born artist, designer, and storyteller. Under the name Visual Griot, I translate culture into murals, illustrations, and installations that honor history while shaping the future.

My creative roots trace back to Pratt Institute, where I studied Communication Design and Illustration. Over the years, I’ve balanced my life as an educator, muralist, and founder of The KA Arts LLC and Luxôry Bklyn. Each path feeds into the other, blending education, culture, and design into a unified practice.

Visual Griot is more than art, it’s a cultural practice. My mission is to preserve stories of the African diaspora, celebrate Black identity, and spark dialogue through bold, figurative, and Afrofuturistic works.

My work has been showcased in schools, cultural festivals, and community projects across Brooklyn. I’ve collaborated with organizations like Ember Charter School, Asase Yaa, and Project Tama, bringing creativity into spaces where culture and education meet.

Outside of painting walls or sketching digital visions, I’m a father, martial artist, and proud Brooklynite. My son Kem inspires the legacy behind The KA Arts | Kreativity, Empowerment, and Movement.

Whether you’re seeking a mural, illustration, or creative partnership, I’m always open to building. Let’s create something that speaks to culture and future generations.

- Ifagbemiga Sangodayo Brandon Valery Johnson (KNotz)