About the Artists

Hugh Miles

My name is Hugh Miles. I was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. I have lived in Austin since 1986. I have been a part of Art From the Streets since 1991. I was on the street corners and just walked into it. I came in and knew it was a part of me.

My favorite part of Art from the Streets is a bunch of people who have the same talents and desires that I do. I get to make a little profit. It’s exciting to be recognized and appreciated for my talent. It makes me want to do more. I love interacting with people. Being here is not isolated.

I love watercolor, acrylic, a variety, also pastels. I would describe my style as international, no boundaries. I’m a genius (laugh, laugh) creative. Your mind is a vehicle. I am a magician in styles, complex to simple. I create whatever moves me.

Being homeless, feeling other’s pain through my own suffering, this gives me the desire and motivation to strive harder in my art, my style. I am attracted to anything that moves. I gain strength from helping others.