D'Sean

D’Sean is a dynamic multidisciplinary artist whose work effortlessly traverses the boundaries of visual art, music, and performance. Born and raised in New Orleans, D’Sean draws deep inspiration from the city’s vibrant cultural heritage and rhythmic pulse, infusing his creations with a raw emotional intensity and a bold sense of color and movement. After studying fine arts at Xavier University of Louisiana, he embarked on an explorative career, exhibiting his work in regional galleries while also forging a distinctive sound as an experimental hip-hop producer.

D’Sean’s artistic practice is characterized by a fearless fusion of materials and styles, blending traditional painting techniques with digital media, found objects, and soundscapes to reflect the complexities of Black Southern identity and contemporary life. His performances—often immersive, collaborative, and community-centered—have captivated audiences at festivals across the Gulf Coast, garnering him recognition as a rising voice in the American South’s creative landscape. Through every medium, D’Sean seeks to spark dialogue and introspection, challenging viewers and listeners to witness the power of art as both personal catharsis and collective celebration.