William “KingPop” Floyd William “KingPoP” Floyd is taking the world by storm as the forerunner in pop culture art. Not since Warhol has an artist been able to capture the spirits of pop culture icons on canvas in such bright, vivid colors. His attention to detail, as well as his ability to project the raw essence of pop-culture through colors and lines, sets Floyd in an artistic class of his own. Growing up in the rolling hills of Goldsboro, North Carolina, William Floyd had an early appreciation for the therapeutic quality of painting. By age seven, he was channeling his surroundings and emotions into colorful depictions. As a toddler, Floyd’s surprisingly deep voice earned him the nickname Poppa, which was later shortened to Pop. In an ironic twist, that nickname hinted at the core of Floyd’s artistic inspiration, and would become the foundation for his brand. While attending the Art Institute of Atlanta, William “KingPop” Floyd continued to hone his talents as both a painter and a designer. Locals and visitors alike took notice of the his ability to create unique artwork while saluting the rich history of pop culture. In 2003 Floyd began touring the east coast, creating a name for himself while earning a Bachelors of Arts degree in graphic design. Tremendous buzz followed the artist everywhere he went, and prompted him to establish a brand. Thus, King Pop Design was born. Atlanta’s rich history and heavy influence on contemporary pop culture combined to create the perfect environment for Floyd to base his operations, and he quickly became a prominent artistic figure on the Southeast. With an ever increasing client base ranging from the United States to the United Kingdom, William Floyd is indeed an international trendsetter. In addition to custom portraits and pop art, Floyd is also a renowned creative director. He has lead many projects such as websites, logos, and marketing materials for a wide range of clients including, Neiman Marcus, Mitsubishi, Waffle House, and Proctor & Gamble. Sought after for his intelligent designs and artistic perspective, William Floyd is a true creative mind. In his independent published book “All Together”, Floyd combined poetry, paintings, and personal insights to inspire readers and art lovers alike. Released in 2010, the book epitomizes coffee table literature, and further showcases the artist’s diverse abilities. With the introduction of his Pop Culture clothing line, Floyd elevates himself and his creative empire to new heights. The marriage of his supreme artistic talent and creative direction prowess gives birth to a truly unique and personal line. Offering custom T-shirts and Jackets with exclusive KingPop signature style, as seen worn by Hip Hop Icon Andre 3000, Swizz Beats, Kap G, ScottyAtl and many others, fans can now take his most popular designs with them wherever they go. And wait thats not it, if your into film and televison catch Floyd’s work in the most notable pictures like, Black Lighting, The Originals, Macgyver, Xscape Still Kickin It and several Mountain Dew Commercials Just to name a few. William Floyd has shown himself to be a heavyweight in the pop culture market place, and his territory is vastly expanding. He is a painter, a graphic designer, project manager a published author, and a philanthropist. Now, with the Relaunch of Rap Snacks Potato chips, Floyd’s brand expands inside corner stores across the United States, along side Mega Rap Stars such as rap trio Migos, Fetty Wap and Romeo Miller. However, his dedication and drive make him more than just another designer. Floyd transcends the often stuffy constraints of the media world, engaging on-lookers with his charm and genuine joy of life, which also comes across in his work. With a wealth of knowledge and creative drive, there is no telling what Floyd will do next, but you can be sure it will pop!
ART SHOWS, RETAIL AND CHARITIES PROJECTS
Galleries & Studios Art Basel Chelsea Hotel (NYC) Prospect Gallery Doo Gallery U Space Gallery Madem Museum Jack Art Gallery Art Institute of Atlanta Gallery Cre8tiv Spaces Royal Flush Studios Five Continents Buckhead Atlanta Fairs Inman Park Festival Atlanta Jazz Festival Atlanta Arts Festival Atlanta Midtown Festival Craftnacular Fair SOHO NYC Atlanta Auburn Festival Atlanta Dogwood Festival New Orleans Essence Festival Atlanta Pride Festival Atlantic Station Artist Market Atlanta Misl
Cover of Atlanta Tribune Magazine Art Institute of Atlanta Fashion Show Flux Project Atlanta Converse Shoe Art Show Various Street Art Restaurants and Stores Cafe290 Luckie Lounge Blue Lounge Roaster’s Atlantis Picasso’s Loft Aspen Furniture Kava Décor 255 Tappas Lounge Edgewood Pizzeria Charities Uncork-A-Cure (non-profit event cure for AIDs) 100 Black Women of Atlanta (Mentoring Program/Educating Young Women) Touch by Art (cure for cancer) Tia Green Golf Silent Auction (Red Cross Relief Event for Hati)
LEAD CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND BRANDING SPECIALIST CLIENTS Mitsubishi Electric HVAC Proctor & Gamble Waffle House Rap Snacks Potato Chips Green Sky JRG Group Opera Night Club The SISULU-Walker Charter School YearUp American Cancer Society and a list of Small Businesses/ Brands
FILM, TELEVISION AND COMMERCIAL ART PLACEMENTS Black Lighting, The Originals, Macgyver, Xscape Still Kickin It Hip Hop Squares Superstition Game Night 24 Legacy Mountain Dew Commercials and a List of others.