Ryan Adams is a painter and muralist based in Portland, Maine. His background in traditional graffiti led him to creating large-scale mural work, hand-lettered signage and a studio practice. His signature ‘gem’ style of work is a geometric breakdown of letterforms with shadows and highlights embedded within, to create depth and movement throughout the pieces. His pieces tend to be bold, colorful and clever; often including statements within. These statements can be literal or figurative, but often bring attention to a social or cultural issue. His studio practice remains true to his background in letter studies. Currently, Ryan owns and operates a mural company with his wife Rachel Gloria Adams and exhibits his work in galleries and museums across the U.S.
Hole-In-The-Wall-Gang-Camp
Exterior 'Gem Style' Mural for Hole-In-The-Wall-Gang-Camp
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Unite and Do Right
Exterior basketball court mural for Douglass Park in Champaign, IL
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Lyseth Elementary School
Interior 'Gem Style' mural for Lyseth Elementary School
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The Elements of Development
Exterior 'Gem-style' mural for Towson Public Library
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'I Love You, All Of You'
Exterior 'Gem-style' mural in Seaport District Boston, MA
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This vibrant mural by RyanWritesOnThings features an abstract composition of colorful geometric shapes forming the word "DREAM BIG."
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This vibrant mural by RyanWritesOnThings features dynamic, intertwining letters in a gradient of blues, pinks, reds, and oranges, creating an energetic and lively composition.
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This artwork by RyanWritesOnThings features a vibrant mural with layered geometric shapes and abstract letterforms in bold colors.
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