Incorporating the Struggle

Chicago-based Cody Hudson and his studio, Struggle Inc., have been long time, personal favorites of the group here at SMx2. Cody’s use of minimalist, freeform doodles and basic patterned elements is inspiring-primarily because of how these simple elements are composed to create works with a wonderful visual density.

Aside from an impressive body of work for clients like Nike SB, Burton and Volkswagen, Struggle’s Cody Hudson also works with a variety of artists on public art installation-some commissioned, some not;) These street art pieces are a combination of found materials, paint and collage style assembly, which then receive a kamikaze-style assembly process around various Chicago neighborhoods.

For a bit more information on Cody and Struggle Inc.’s work you can read this great interview on Post, or check out the video segment on his studio and work on the Upper Playground DVD, The Run Up.

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