This one’s special. Episode seven marks the debut of our new “Dear Best of the Tour” format, a nostalgic pen-pal–style exchange between hosts Mike and Erica and one of the most detailed artists in the gig poster world: Ben Kwok, better known as Bioworks.
From his mechanical-meets-natural aesthetic to legendary posters for Dave Matthews Band and Goose, Ben shares honest insight into his process, persistence, and passion for analog creation. Hear how wings on a jaguar keep things fresh, how a collab with Todd Slater pushed new creative limits, and why stubbornness might be the artist’s greatest tool.
It’s heartfelt, detailed, and packed with inspiration for artists and collectors alike.
Check out Ben’s work: bioworkz.com | IG: @bioworkz
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Best of the Tour™ is presented by Invisible Industries LLC | invisible-industries.com
Hosted by Erica and Mike | also hosts of Posters in Every Direction (IG: @posters_in_every_direction)
Episode Proudly Sponsored by: The Rock Poster Society | trps.org
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More episodes + updates: bestofthetour.com
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LEGAL NOTICE
Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own. All trademarks, images, and artwork remain the property of their owners and are shown for identification, commentary, criticism, or review under U.S. fair use law (17 U.S.C. §107). No copyright infringement intended. No endorsement or affiliation implied. BEST OF THE TOUR™ is a trademark of Invisible Industries LLC. © MMXXV. All rights reserved worldwide.
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