J
C Rivera
ABOUT THE MURAL:
Here, JC’s classic and iconic Bear Champ character is inspired by the equally iconic quote by Muhammed Ali: “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee”. Painted during the 2021 SpraySeeMO Mural Festival on what was at the time Pirate’s Bone Burgers, this mural can be seen along the south-bound Street Car route at the corner 20th and Main.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
“Roll With The Punches”
“JC Rivera's journey started as a creative child in Puerto Rico and has landed him in Chicago becoming one of the top street artists in the country. He has stopped at many places along the way. You may come across his work driving through Kansas city or on a stroll in the streets of Milan. His Iconic Bear is adored by his followers and collectors. He represents a strong will that rolls with the punches and gets through life no matter what it throws at him. The Bear Champ has evolved into art, figures, statues, whole walls and he isn't stopping anytime soon.” - TheBearChamp.com
Other Bear Champ Murals in Kansas City
This mural was painted during the 2019 SpraySeeMO Mural Festival and is located at 1600 Locust.
This mural was painted during the 2020 SpraySeeMO Mural Festival and is located at Mano’s Wine (1919 Cherry).
2021 SpraySeeMO Mural Festival Sponsors & Donors
