dwellephant | CREATE
• – • The George
About the speaker
dwellephant, the creative alias of one of the most recognizable Milwaukee-based artists, is an illustrator, creative director and our next featured speaker! dwellephant’s work has become woven into the fabric of Milwaukee’s cultural identity, drawing after quirky drawing. Since arriving in Milwaukee in 2003 with 12 of his friends, dwellephant has built a prolific body of work in his stinky little lifetime spanning gig posters, album art, logo design, apparel, ad campaigns, live art and even paper coffee cups — with clients ranging from local neighborhood staples to internationally recognized artists like MF DOOM.
His freelance illustration work under the dwellephant name is a genuine fixture in the Milwaukee scene. You've likely encountered his art without knowing: the branding for Bay View Bash, merch for The Vanguard and Goodkind restaurant, camp T-shirts for Girls Rock MKE, visuals for Classic Slice, Lion's Tooth bookstore and 88.9 Radio Milwaukee, among many other local favorites. He also created the campaign artwork for the 2023 Milwaukee Film Festival — the latest chapter in a long relationship with the organization that now has him serving as their Marketing Director.
Beyond illustration, dwellephant has spent over two decades in marketing and creative leadership, including roles as Marketing & Content Strategist at CI Design and Creative Director at Margle Media. His dual identity — the strategic creative director and the beloved neighborhood artist — reflects someone who genuinely lives and invests in the city he calls home.
Distinctive, community-minded and deeply Milwaukee — dwellephant is one of those rare artists whose work you recognize before you know the name behind it.
Join us on Friday, May 15 as dwellephant speaks on May’s theme of “CREATE” with our Milwaukee morning community.
Local partners
Nestled within Milwaukee’s historic National Block building, The George and Madcap Lounge offer a striking blend of 19th-century architectural charm and modern elegance. Soaring windows, high ceilings, and period details create a backdrop that feels both timeless and fresh — equally suited to an intimate dinner or a grand celebration.
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We pen liquid stories that celebrate the people, places, and things that occupy our hearts.
We’re driven by a fervent desire to explore the unknown, with a focus on sustainability and seasonality.
Alice’s Garden Urban Farm is a two-acre, urban, community garden in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, nurturing families and organizations to reclaim and nourish cultural and family traditions connected to land and food.
Additional details
Event Details
🗓️ Date: Friday, May 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
🏢 Location: The George 🏛️ 429 W. National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204
🎟️ Tickets are FREE! 🎟️
This Month’s Venue: The George
Nestled within Milwaukee’s historic National Block building, The George and Madcap Lounge offer a striking blend of 19th-century architectural charm and modern elegance. Soaring windows, high ceilings and period details create a backdrop that feels both timeless and fresh — equally suited to an intimate dinner or a grand celebration.
The George accommodates events of all kinds, seated and cocktail — while the Madcap Lounge, inspired by the warmth of a classic London club, offers a more intimate setting with cozy vignettes. The George is our wonderful host for May’s event.
Featured Performer: DJ Bizzon
DJ Bizzon is an award-winning, nationally recognized DJ known for his original edits, hands-on turntablism, and unmatched versatility. From festivals and concerts to clubs, rallies and branded events, every set is a unique musical journey — authentic, unforgettable and unmistakably Bizzon.
He’s rocked crowds of over 20,000 and opened for artists including Megan Thee Stallion, Kendrick Lamar, Future, J. Cole, Migos, Travis Scott, and more. A member of the Milwaukee Bucks DJ crew and a producer for DJCity, Bizzon is a trusted name in the remix game, with spins from legends like DJ Jazzy Jeff and Skratch Bastid. With over a decade of radio experience at Radio Milwaukee, WBEZ Chicago and WMSE, and a global following on Twitch, where he ranks in the top 0.3% of streamers — Bizzon is a force on stage, on-air, and online.
More than a DJ, Bizzon is also an author, educator, and activist who uses music to inspire young people and spark social change. For over 15 years, his commitment to community empowerment has fueled his work: leading free youth music programs including The Scratch Sessions in Milwaukee and Macklemore’s Residency camp in Seattle, as well as partnering with the world’s largest music education publisher to author The Hal Leonard DJ Method, a beginner’s guide book to DJing.
Getting There
🚌 Public Transit:
MCTS (RideMCTS.com) routes 18, 19, 20, 80 and 81 stop one block west on National Ave. at 6th St.
🚲 Bicycle:
Accessible by surface streets. The KK River Trail is about six blocks east of The George on National Ave. at S. Water St.(city.milwaukee.gov/bike).
Bike Share: Bublr Bikes (BublrBikes.org) has a station on 5th St. just around the corner from The George.
🚘 Vehicle:
The George is on the corner of National Ave. and 5th St. Metered parking is available on nearby streets. Be mindful of local signs and regulations.
The event officially opens at 8:30 a.m. and at 8:50 a.m. things will kick-off on stage, followed by dwellephant’s talk. A short Q&A following the talk will wrap things up around 10:00 a.m.
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