We create safe spaces for ourselves, isolated from the outside world. We imagine quiet spaces where no one can hurt us, only beautiful things allowed in. We create universes where we can find peace in difficult moments and maybe invite our friends when we are happy. We may have doubts about opening these areas that we call “I am safe here” to the outside world because everything in that area belongs to us. But does it have to be like this? We can create these spaces ourselves in every detail or make them find their own meaning by leaving them open. New York-based visual artist Danny Cole uses his paintings to show his imagination and invite viewers to The Creature World.

21-year-old Danny Cole positions his creations in various mediums such as visual art, live experiences, and community projects within The Creature World. While everything he produces is in this world, he becomes a part of this world. However, he sees this world as a meeting point, not an escape point. It is a place where he can express himself freely, and everyone can literally get to know him in this world.

Danny Cole and his long journey

Danny Cole stands out for his talent and world. Despite being 21 years old, he was featured as a prodigy by Milk.xyz in her first interview. He designed the stage visuals for Portugal. The Man at Coachella 2018. Directed and animated the music video of Daddi by Cherry Glazerr. He took part in the free form performance art show and a pop-up gallery with Matt Shultz from Cage The Elephant, Beck, and friends. Collaborated with Converse for a global campaign. Shepard Fairey exhibited Cole’s work at his gallery Subliminal Projects in Los Angeles during the quarantine period.

Danny Cole’s works trigger many feelings; absence, emptiness, calmness, and peace. You can follow him on Instagram and check out The Creature World.