Brandan “Bmike” Odums is an artist and the founder and creative director of Studio BE, as well as founder of Eternal Seeds, a New Orleans–based nonprofit dedicated to cultivating the next generation of artists and creative leaders. Through large-scale murals, immersive exhibitions, and youth-centered programming, Bmike has helped transform Studio BE from a temporary installation into a permanent cultural landmark that welcomes thousands of visitors annually and serves as a hub for art and community building.
Prior to establishing Studio BE, Bmike launched Project BE and Exhibit BE, nationally recognized public art movements that transformed abandoned spaces into immersive environments centered on radical imagination, creative alchemy, and collective belonging. His work blends layered text, portraiture, and bold color to tell stories rooted in resistance and possibility.
An award-winning artist, Bmike collaborates with major brands, cultural institutions, and community organizations to create creative initiatives that amplify culture and community. He is a Fellow in the inaugural class of the Michael D. Eisner Arts & Culture Fellowship and a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.
