Art. It is all around us and there are many different ways of expressing it — whether it be visual or performance art. It is important to utilize creative muscles to create an escape as a form of therapy, especially during difficult times such as those we have faced this year. Something that emerged from a scary, apocalyptic locked-down city riddled with barricaded storefronts is an endless series of new murals all over San Francisco. Xpress Magazine sat down with five street artists to hear their stories, and shine a light on those who keep lifting us up and inspiring us with their creations. Click the link in bio to read the story by @beccili, photos by @jbuphoto. #streetart #sfstreetart #covidart #journalism #sfsu #magazinewriter . . . @derrickbellart @designnurd @jeremynovy @nicolehaydenart @jherren