Jamal Gunn Becker

How would you describe what you do? Your practice, your craft, your cash machine?

Always chipping away at something, somehow lettering has been a constant.

What does your morning routine look like?

Up early, brush, shower, yoga, meditate...

Where do you look for inspiration?

I enjoy reading. Right now it’s critiques on journalism and Toni Morrison.

What work are you most proud of?

I try not to be prideful, but attempt to take pride in whatever I do.

What has been the biggest challenge on your journey?

For me, it's been learning not to view things as a challenge.

How do you define success? What are the goalposts you look out for?

Using intuition as a guide, I suppose not having to answer to anyone.

Who is someone that has helped you get to where you are now? How were they impactful?

All who led by right action, even when it meant going against what was popular.

“Never lose the habit of rigorous self expression.”

What's the best advice you've gotten from someone?

Never lose the habit of rigorous self expression.

What's the last thing you bought with cash?

Pho 87, cash only