Totemo proudly introduces ALI SIX, the artist moniker of Nikko Locander (b. 1993, Chicago, IL), a Puerto Rican contemporary artist blending traditional folklore with modern street art. Known for his iconic characters Richie the Tanuki and King the Tiger, ALI SIX uses Richie to reflect his teenage self—playful and curious, —while King symbolizes power, maturity, and balance.
The tanuki, a legendary Japanese raccoon dog, has long been associated with luck, transformation, and mischief. ALI SIX reimagines this symbol through murals and digital art, merging graffiti’s rebellious energy with cultural storytelling.
ALI SIX reinterprets these iconic figures with a fresh urban flair, breathing new life into their charming forms through vibrant spray-painted murals and his work explores themes of duality—combining the playful, carefree nature of the tanuki with the grittiness and rebellion of street art.
For ALI SIX, the tanuki represents more than just folklore; it is a symbol of adaptation and survival—traits that resonate deeply within the street art scene. The artist often places his tanuki characters in unexpected urban spaces, encouraging viewers to see the magic and humor hidden within the mundane. His art is playful, yet it subtly challenges conventional notions of cultural representation.
Self-taught in mediums ranging from aerosol art to animation and design, ALI SIX breathes life into cities worldwide, transforming mundane spaces into canvases of imagination. Totemo’s exclusive drop showcases his unique tanuki-inspired works, capturing the magic of tradition through a bold, contemporary lens.
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