Glorious Excess

Last month, Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park and Fort Minor opened the first of a two part art show, Glorious Excess (Born) at the Japanese American National Museum.

Outside from fame through the music with Linkin Park, not too many people realize that Mike Shinoda is an incredible artist. Mike went to Art Center College of Design, where he met Turntablist, Joseph Hahn. Graduating with a degree in Illustration, Mike and Joe are the minds behind the album artwork and music videos. He has also done collaborations with DC Shoes, which also features a separate video interview.



In the video, Mike explains the idea behind Glorious Excess, where the character experience different facets of celebrity rock star lifestyle. He talks about our cultural obsession with celebrity, whether it's the rise to fame and fortune or the fall from grace through drugs and scandals. Mike also talks about the style, detail and process behind each piece.

The second part of his exhibit will open in January. You can still purchase some of the limited artwork on his website.