Lionel Milton

New Orleans, Louisiana

Lionel Milton uses acrylic paint, spray paint, and mixed media to create colorful, eclectic, soulful pieces.

New Orleans artist Lionel Milton’s art has become well recognized by collectors and companies throughout the world.

For decades his colorful style has vibrantly demonstrated energy with ubiquitous appeal and eclectic charm. Milton started his career as a graffiti artist when he was in his teens under the name ELLEONE. Over the years, Milton has been commissioned and collected by the likes of Uber, Capital One Bank, ESPN, Red Bull ,P&G, and Heineken.

Growing up in a culturally rich place like New Orleans heavily influenced and continues to inspire his artwork. "It's like listing to your favorite song, except it's visual".

”Art means everything to me. I’m a lifer! I never had a real job or plan B! Art is my first and favorite way to express myself”.