Unity Lives Through Bronzeville Mural Honoring Chicago Park District

Brothers Amoz Wright (left) and Malachi Wright (right) unveil their new mural at the Kennicott Fieldhouse. Photo courtesy of “Golden Street, LLC”
Brothers Amoz Wright (left) and Malachi Wright (right) unveil their new mural at the Kennicott Fieldhouse. Photo courtesy of “Golden Street, LLC”

Unity Lives Through Bronzeville Mural Honoring Chicago Park District


By Citizen Staff Writer

Brothers Amoz and Malachi are living life on purpose while changing the lives of others with their artistic tools.  Both brothers are living up to their biblical name sakes as disciples of Christ.  Recently the two completed a Mural in the Bronzeville community paying homage to the Chicago Park District.  The Mural is displayed at the Kennicott Fieldhouse located at 4434 S. Lake Park Ave.

The Mural displays a message of Unity, connecting characters participating in activities which have been known to unify and bring harmony among people, families and gatherings.

Amoz’s and Malachi’s creativity and passion will make a huge impact on the younger generation.  Over the summer, children from the community who were attending summer camp at the park district would stop by and lend a hand at painting.  However, it was the vision, creativity, passion and unique perspective of Amoz and Malachi that completes and shines through the mural message.

In this Question-and-Answer interview with Amoz and Malachi, the ‘Wright’ brothers we will discuss their artistic journey, and what inspired them during any of their creative projects.  They will share with us a little bit about their journey from then to now and what’s on the horizon in the future. 

In staying steadfast Amoz and Malachi committed to continuing their work as disciples for Christ.  They are the owners of the creative Golden Street Organization along with their brother Ira and through this entity they will continue Kingdom building one message at a time.

 

 CITIZEN: Can you tell us about yourselves. Who are Amoz and Malachi?

    1. Where did you grow up?
    2.  What was it like growing up there? 
    3. What inspired you to become an artist and what has that journey been like?

Amoz:
 Malachi and I are brothers, artists, and disciples of Christ. We both grew up in the small Village of Dixmoor, Illinois.  Our foundation was built on three things: God, family, and art. That community is where we learned to draw, imagine, and dream together. Our parents encouraged creativity from an early age, and those early experiences continue to shape the work we create today.

I’ve always believed that art has no limits. Watching movies with my father as a boy became one of my earliest creative inspirations. The first movie we watched together in theaters was 101 Dalmatians, and from that moment I dreamed of creating stories that could move people in the same way. Over time, that dream expanded beyond painting into film, design, and storytelling. Today I see murals as storyboards, each one telling a larger story that has the potential to become books, films, and experiences that bring communities together.

Malachi:
 Growing up in Dixmoor taught me that creativity can thrive anywhere when it’s rooted in faith, family, and imagination. My brother and I were constantly creating together, challenging one another to improve our craft.

Art became more than something I enjoyed. It became a way to connect with people. My journey has taught me that every painting has the ability to inspire someone, educate someone, or remind someone that beauty still exists. That’s the type of work I want to continue creating.

 

CITIZEN: Can you tell us about the challenges you have faced over the span of your career that may have led you to think twice about doing what you are passionate about as artists?   


Amoz:
 One of my greatest challenges was losing our father, Malik Israel Wright. He was one of my biggest creative inspirations. After he passed away in 2025, it took nearly a year before I could begin writing films again.  Every new idea made me wish I could share it with him first.

Eventually I realized that grief didn’t end the story. It became part of it. Today I find myself drawing cinematic ideas directly into our murals, allowing every wall to become another chapter in a much larger story. One day I’d love to collaborate with filmmakers and producers to bring those stories to life in honor of my father.

Malachi:
 Like Amoz, I believe every challenge has been preparation for a greater purpose. Losing our father was the hardest experience of my life, but it also gave me a deeper appreciation for the gift of time.

He was my greatest teacher, and I continue learning from his life even after his passing. He taught me to be present, cherish family, and never take a moment for granted. I believe when you’re able to transform pain into something beautiful, that’s the work of God.


CITIZEN: There is a heartfelt message behind every painting, instead of most artists using their voice they allow their brush and canvas to do the speaking instead.  Talk to us about some of the messages in your past work and where they are located.  


Amoz:
 Many of my works are inspired by ancestry, descendants, and legacy. I believe we are all children of God, and art has the ability to connect generations across time.

He has completed more than ten murals across the globe, including in Australia, Oklahoma, and California. This is his fourth mural in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood.

As a husband and father, I’ve become increasingly interested in creating artwork that my children, family, and future generations can inherit. Whether it’s a mural, painting, or film concept, I hope each piece encourages people to value faith, family, and the stories that connect us.

Malachi:
 Every piece I create is meant to be more than art. It’s a tool for education, reflection, and inspiration. He graduated from UCLA in 2024 and designed an album cover for Snoop Dogg and worked with Snoop Dogg’s son on an NFT project. He’s also collaborated on art and design projects with Nike, the Carolina Panthers, the NFL, Disney and Marvel.

I’ve always believed one of God’s greatest gifts is our inner child. That part of us still knows how to imagine without permission, create without fear, and dream without limitations. The more we reconnect with that spirit, the more authentic our creativity becomes.


CITIZEN: Your latest mural in Bronzeville has a message of “Unity”.  The characters in the mural were connected on purpose can you tell us why together and separately. 


Amoz:
 When designing the Kennicott Unity mural, I recognized that the Kennicott Fieldhouse is much more than a building. It’s a gathering place where families, athletes, and neighbors come together. That inspired me to create figures that feel connected both physically and emotionally.

Many of the faces resemble members of our own family as symbols of home, protection, and belonging. Interestingly, the mural itself reflects its own message. I created the first concept while traveling in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and later my brother Malachi joined me to help paint it. Two brothers collaborating on a mural about unity became part of the artwork’s story.


CITIZEN: Why did you choose the Bronzeville community?  What is the message that you want people to walk away with once they view the mural?

Amoz:
A Park District coach named Darien Boyd reached out after following my creative journey and believed our artistic style was the right fit for the project. That invitation meant a great deal because Bronzeville has one of the richest artistic legacies in Chicago.

I hope people don’t simply admire the mural. I hope they feel invited into it. I want viewers to leave feeling empowered to create, to connect with one another, and to become active contributors within their own communities.

CITIZEN: If you had an opportunity to collaborate with any artist dead or alive who would that person be and why? 

Amoz: I’d love to collaborate with Ryan Coogler. As a freshman film student at DePaul University, I read the Fruitvale Station screenplay several times and have watched the film many times as well. That story showed me how powerful film can be when it’s rooted in truth, humanity, and authentic emotion. It challenged me to think beyond focusing on creating stories that genuinely move people.

As both a muralist and filmmaker, I aspire to tell stories that leave a lasting emotional impact while celebrating family, faith, and community. Collaborating with Ryan Coogler would be an incredible opportunity to learn from a storyteller whose work continues to inspire me to create with purpose.


Malachi: Michael Jackson. He was a creative genius I’ve always looked up to. Beyond his incredible talent, I admire how he pursued excellence while remaining humble and deeply committed to his craft.

I’d love to collaborate with him on an art piece, but even more than that, I’d want to learn how he thought and what fueled the creativity that continues to inspire generations.


CITIZEN: What is next for the ‘Golden Street Organization’ and for both Amoz and Malachi?  


Amoz: We’re growing into a multidisciplinary creative studio that produces murals, paintings, films, graphic novels, exhibitions, and educational experiences.

Our vision is to build a creative campus where artists, filmmakers, musicians, and storytellers collaborate to create meaningful work that impacts communities around the world. We’re excited to continue partnering with cities, schools, organizations, developers, and creative brands who believe art has the power to transform lives.

All of our success is achieved through the power we have inherited through Christ and seeking first His kingdom and its righteousness. As the bible scripture Matthew 6:33 teaches.


Malachi: I see myself creating more art both independently and alongside my family and friends, also creating work that leaves a lasting impact. I’ll be exhibiting in more shows, hosting my own exhibitions, and leading more large-scale mural projects that transform communities.

I also see myself teaching and mentoring the next generation of artists, passing on the knowledge, creativity, and purpose that’s been poured into me.

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