Born and raised in Richmond, VA, Eric Mohta, aka Dr. Funkenstein Acrylics, had the opportunity to engage in art and design from an early age. Among his friends in RVA, he was always known for bringing people together with music, whether it was his funky house parties or emceeing for huge music festivals! As a tribute to his funky influences, he undertook the alter ego Dr. Funkenstein, a tribute to one of his favorite musicians, George Clinton of Parliament Funkadelic.
Driven by a desire to immerse themselves in a more vibrant and diverse art & music scene, Dr. Funk relocated to Miami, FL. His goal? To paint anything he can get his hands on! He especially loves the freedom of fluid art and lets the music speak to him when he paints.
He now also curates art events to help bring the local Miami community together and lives by the motto: A High Tide Raises All Ships. Since moving to Miami, Dr Funk has also taught art classes and workshops at a number of local venues and art galleries, including the Fluid Bear Workshop and Majorwavez Lab, where he has helped guide over 6000+ students.
He has also collabed with amazing artists and brands such as Robohood Inc, Klientel Art, Wandering Crafts, Rosewood, Exti, Porti, Zapico, and KEDS.
Along with his own curated events, Dr Funk has also had the opportunity to showcase his art at events and venues such as: Art Basel, Miami Art Week, Cookies Grand Opening, Sacred Cloth Company Gala, 7 Layer Studio, Essentials Gallery, Kava Villa, BuroWynwood, Sunny Side Up Market, Skatebird, MODE, Open Air Markets 4 U, Bay 13 Brewing, Unbranded Brewing, Ark Smoke Shop, Grails, Tripping Animals Brewery, and The Atrium Downtown.
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