Malcolm Xavier isn't your typical artist. He's a self-taught creative visionary who's turning heads and challenging norms in the art world. As Cohart's newest Spotlight Artist, Malcolm Xavier is stepping onto the center stage, and it's been a long time coming.

Malcolm Xavier's art is a vibrant explosion of mixed media, where bold colors fuse with raw emotions and thought-provoking messages.

But where does this artistic energy come from?

I had the chance to chop it up with Malcolm Xavier (online, obviously, because who does face-to-face anymore?) and dig deep into his creative journey.

This dude was born with a crayon in his hand. From childhood scribbles, Malcolm Xavier was destined for greatness. Even his grandfather, a WWII veteran who battled mental health struggles, inspired him with his art.  His grandfather's experience has deeply impacted Malcolm, who is passionate about incorporating mental health themes.

Every artist has that "I made it" moment. For Malcolm Xavier, it was selling a piece to former Pittsburgh Steeler Will Parker.  Imagine the feeling of your art hanging alongside works by established masters. That's when Malcolm Xavier knew he was onto something big.

Being self-taught and a high school dropout meant Malcolm Xavier had to hustle harder. But he flipped that challenge into a superpower. With his background in album design and a knack for social media, he built his own online empire, connecting with art lovers and collectors worldwide. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade!

Cohart isn't just another app; it's a game-changer. Malcolm Xavier sees it as the lovechild of your favorite social media platform and Shopify, a powerful tool for artists to connect and thrive in the digital age.  And being featured as a Spotlight Artist? That's just the icing on the cake.

Malcolm Xavier's art isn't just pretty pictures; it's a reflection of us, the people. He captures the essence of pop culture, infusing it with raw emotions like love, pain, and everything in between. It's like a visual mixtape for the soul.

Malcolm Xavier is an artist for the digital age. He embraces technology, using AI, social media, and whatever else he can get his hands on to amplify his message.  He sees art and tech as intertwined, with App Cohort as his vehicle for creative expression.

Malcolm Xavier is more than just an artist; he's a movement.  He's here to shake things up, inspire, and leave his mark on the world. And his latest move? Dropping a fire collection exclusively on Cohart.

Get ready to dive deep into the world of pop culture with Malcolm Xavier's latest collection, "8:88". This series of paintings reimagines iconic magazine covers, exploring the stories behind the faces and how pop culture shapes our identities. Malcolm Xavier blends acrylics, gold leaf, oil pastels, and Sharpie markers to create these captivating pieces.

Snag a limited edition print (only 25 of each!) for $125. Each print is on fine art paper and hand-embellished with gold leaf by the artist himself.

Want the real deal? Original pieces from the "8:88" collection are also available, ranging from $5,000 to $8,000.

This collection is dropping exclusively on Cohart, merging art and technology in a way that's accessible to all. Every order comes with a special gift from Malcolm Xavier.