In the 80s, Erni Vales began as a young artist on NYC subway cars. By the 90s, he turned the walls of over 300 popular clubs from NYC to Miami into his personal canvas, painting murals that defined the era's nightlife.

The early 90s took Vales to Hollywood, where he painted murals for TV series like The Flash and Viper, and films such as Seven. During this time, he began collaborating with famed photographer David LaChapelle, creating sets for celebrities including Madonna and Elton John.

No longer a teen running from the law, Vales now boasts many enforcement agencies as clients, including the US Marshals and Interpol. His impressive list of corporate clients includes Pepsi, Dos Equis, Absolut, Wu-Tang, and Def Jam.

After decades of creating designs for others, Vales has returned to his passion for his own paintings. In 2010, he created 169 paintings in just 13 months for his series, An Unusual Journey. His gallery, EVLworld, is a staple in Miami’s Art District.