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Curtis Williams

@itscurtis

Cultural Strategist | Director, Acrylic Ninja Art | Co-Director, Memorial 3v3

 CAN • US | PHX • VAN • SEA
Joined March 2015
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Today would’ve been my dad’s 76th birthday. It’s been 6 years since he passed. This week I honored him by volunteering in Phoenix, serving nearly 200 meals with the MSU alumni group. He was a proud Spartan and always believed in showing up for others. Love you Pops 💚
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40. Grateful. Onward.
Man smiling at a restaurant table with a dessert and lit candle during an evening dinner.

ALT Man smiling at a restaurant table with a dessert and lit candle during an evening dinner.

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From the Williams family to the Trufant Family Foundation — proud to donate our half of the proceeds from the Elmer-Williams Memorial 3v3 Tournament to support youth and community programs in the PNW #MarcusTrufant #Seahawks #Seattle #Charity #Basketball #Community #Legacy
Curtis Williams with former Seattle Seahawks cornerback Marcus Trufant at The Lola at Westgate in Glendale, Arizona, during the Seahawks Takeover weekend before the Seahawks vs. Cardinals game — representing the Elmer-Williams Memorial 3v3 Basketball Tournament and Trufant Family Foundation in support of youth and community programs.

ALT Curtis Williams with former Seattle Seahawks cornerback Marcus Trufant at The Lola at Westgate in Glendale, Arizona, during the Seahawks Takeover weekend before the Seahawks vs. Cardinals game — representing the Elmer-Williams Memorial 3v3 Basketball Tournament and Trufant Family Foundation in support of youth and community programs.

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Legacy in concrete. First time walking without a wheelchair or walker after back surgery — standing in front of my cousin Tom Stefopoulos’ historic Lovejoy Columns in Portland. Family, healing, and public art all in one frame. 📍 Pearl District 🎨 #LovejoyColumns #GreekRoots – at Portland, OR
Black and white photo of Curtis Williams standing in front of the historic Lovejoy Columns in Portland’s Pearl District. The columns feature intricate murals originally drawn in chalk and later painted by his cousin, Tom Stefopoulos, between 1948 and 1952. Curtis stands slightly leaned, wearing a hoodie and sneakers — a quiet moment marking his first time walking without a wheelchair or walker after major back surgery. The image captures themes of resilience, healing, and legacy, connecting personal recovery to generational artistry and family history in the public art space.

ALT Black and white photo of Curtis Williams standing in front of the historic Lovejoy Columns in Portland’s Pearl District. The columns feature intricate murals originally drawn in chalk and later painted by his cousin, Tom Stefopoulos, between 1948 and 1952. Curtis stands slightly leaned, wearing a hoodie and sneakers — a quiet moment marking his first time walking without a wheelchair or walker after major back surgery. The image captures themes of resilience, healing, and legacy, connecting personal recovery to generational artistry and family history in the public art space.

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Happy Birthday to .@matrix31 🏀🎨 We surprised Shawn Marion with a custom piece by .@AcrylicNinja for his Suns Ring of Honor night—a tribute to nostalgia, legacy & greatness. One of the most meaningful moments I’ve helped curate. 🔗 linkedin.com/pulse/art-conne… #ShawnMarion – at Goodyear, AZ
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Check out my latest article: Why I Retired the Suit-and-Tie Headshot (And Still Get Taken Seriously) linkedin.com/pulse/why-i-ret… via @LinkedIn – at Goodyear, AZ
Why I Retired the Suit-and-Tie Headshot (And Still Get Taken Seriously)

Why I Retired the Suit-and-Tie Headshot (And Still Get Taken Seriously)

There was a time when a headshot in a suit and tie said everything it needed to. Authority.

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Check out my latest article: Before Streetwear Took Over, Two Visionaries Were Already Building the Blueprint linkedin.com/pulse/before-st… via @LinkedIn – at Goodyear, AZ
Before Streetwear Took Over, Two Visionaries Were Already Building the Blueprint

Before Streetwear Took Over, Two Visionaries Were Already Building the Blueprint

A tribute to Nigo and Pharrell — two architects of global streetwear culture. This piece celebrates their creative legacy, from BAPE to Billionaire Boys Club, bridging music, fashion, and identity.

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What does it mean to create something before the moment arrives? Reflecting on identity, Drake, and my first solo art presentation at Exhibit 1.0 this weekend. Full article: linkedin.com/pulse/why-i-sti… #OVO #ArtAndIdentity #Exhibit1 #LinkedInArticles #CulturalLeadership – at Arizona, USA
Why I Still Wear OVO: A Reflection on Culture, Identity, and Firsts

Why I Still Wear OVO: A Reflection on Culture, Identity, and Firsts

As I prepare for my first solo presentation of work as Gallery Director of Acrylic Ninja Art, I’ve found myself reflecting on a piece that will be part of this weekend’s curated art showcase,...

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@DanielPoneman13 Jan 2024
Kasean Pryor: the first D1 player with at least 25 points, 5 steals and 5 blocks in a game since 2008. Kasean Pryor: 6’10 guard. Kasean Pryor: NBA prospect. @1kasean
It’s Brewin’ at McEwen (USF⚾️) (@USFBaseballFans) profile pictureIt’s Brewin’ at McEwen (USF⚾️)@USFBaseballFans13 Jan 2024
Kasean Pryor tonight in the win vs Rice: 29 points 5 blocks 5 steals 4 rebounds 2 assists 7/14 FG 15/16 FT
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This been outrageous .@terryhollimon #Riddiculous – at Arizona, USA
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.@AcrylicNinja strikes again 🎨 .@matrix31 Congratulations family!! What a special night. .@Suns Ring of Honor. #nba #PhoenixSuns #RingOfHonor #art – at Phoenix, AZ
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.@ThePoloParty was a vibe. Looking forward to next year. .@AcrylicNinja had an amazing time. 🏇 🥂 – at Scottsdale, AZ
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This custom #2PAC denim is crazy!! .@AcrylicNinja #art #acrylicninja #hiphop #painting
ACRYLIC NINJA (@AcrylicNinja) profile pictureACRYLIC NINJA@AcrylicNinja8 Mar 2022
First time painting on a denim jacket - pretty sure I'll do it again! #alleyezonme.#hiphop.#customart.#acrylicninja.
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Almost a full year since I've done a painting & over a year since I did a canvas painting, it felt good to be back in the studio. This piece is for all the BOSS LADIES out there doin the damn thing! Let me know what you guys think 🙏 "She's a Boss" 48" x 36" Acrylic on Canvas
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Super happy for .@imayawashington and Spartan Nation! A story everyone needs to read! #spartans #BlackHistory #amazon – at Vancouver, British Columbia
Maya Washington (@imayawashington) profile pictureMaya Washington@imayawashington1 Dec 2021
We’ve got announcements... I’m so excited and grateful that Through the Banks of the Red Cedar is an Amazon First Reads selection for December. This means early access because the book won’t be officially released until January. #spartanswill #BookTwitter
Announcement, Through the Banks of the Red Cedar Selected for Amazon First Reads image of the book cover with author Maya Washington and her father Gene Washington. For a limited time, readers can download the highly anticipated debut memoir for $1.99 and for Prime members, the book is free on Amazon.

ALT Announcement, Through the Banks of the Red Cedar Selected for Amazon First Reads image of the book cover with author Maya Washington and her father Gene Washington. For a limited time, readers can download the highly anticipated debut memoir for $1.99 and for Prime members, the book is free on Amazon.

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Thank you @Spartifacts2021 in his own words, "Every day is a gift!" We are grateful #84 is double 7 today:)
Mike Pearson (@Spartifactsmsu) profile pictureMike Pearson@Spartifactsmsu23 Nov 2021
Happy 77th Birthday to @MSU_Football Hall of Famer Gene Washington. He was chosen eighth overall in the 1967 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings and played seven seasons with Minnesota and Denver. @CarverHS_AISD @imayawashington
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Vancouver, catch .@AcrylicNinja and I .@FortuneSound for .@pancakesbooze Tonight!! 🥞 🍺 🎨 – at Vancouver, British Columbia
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Was a crazy experience watching .@AcrylicNinja paint a pair of custom .@UnderArmour cleats for .@SouzaJr of the .@Dodgers They were held up in customs but made it in time for game 4 of the NLCS. #art #baseball – at Los Angeles, CA
.@AcrylicNinja surprised me with a date today at Moon & Back Gallery in .@Richmond_BC 16 different rooms, lots of great photos!! Highly recommend. #date #PhotoOfTheDay #love #canada – at Richmond, British Columbia
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I can’t thank .@BHS_Chiefs enough for the hospitality and love shown during my visit to Bellefontaine to honour my father Jesse Williams. .@BHSChieftainFB great job on the comeback win. No doubt he was watching down from above. 🙏 🏈
Curtis Williams standing next to a memorial poster of his late father Jesse “the jet” Williams at Bellefontaine High School during Jesse Williams memorial weekend. Jesse was an all American at Bellefontaine where he set school records in Football, Basketball and Track before attending Michigan State university on a football scholarship. Williams passed away in April of 2020 from lung cancer and was honoured before the season opener against Sidney.

ALT Curtis Williams standing next to a memorial poster of his late father Jesse “the jet” Williams at Bellefontaine High School during Jesse Williams memorial weekend. Jesse was an all American at Bellefontaine where he set school records in Football, Basketball and Track before attending Michigan State university on a football scholarship. Williams passed away in April of 2020 from lung cancer and was honoured before the season opener against Sidney.

Bellefontaine examiner sports page following Chiefs win over Sidney on Jesse Williams night.

ALT Bellefontaine examiner sports page following Chiefs win over Sidney on Jesse Williams night.

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