Michael Bussey

About the Artist

Michael was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio.

He moved to Chicago to study Political Science and Geography at DePaul University, ultimately becoming an award-winning cartographer. After exploring cinematography he discovered his passion for visual storytelling using the mediums of photography, filmmaking, and generative biology-inspired art. He now follows in the tradition of the West African Griot, exploring the many facets of self, society, and the globe, weaving visual stories from his experiences.