Samara (Sam) Barks, also known as Mixed Hues, is a freelance illustrator, muralist, 3D artist, and mentor. Her art career has taken her across the states, from her hometown of Detroit to Pittsburgh, Miami, Houston, and East Austin, which she now calls home for the last five years. Her illustration and fine art styles mix exaggerated realism with a graffiti feel, and her work features people of color, specifically black people, in spaces where they aren't likely to be seen or otherwise represented.

Initially, she created Mixed Hues to fill the genuine need to see more black people in two communities she's passionate about: art and roller derby. Since then, it has branched out into so much more and has come to encompass all of her passions. Now she makes art throughout Austin and gets opportunities to create the world she wants to see. 

Fans are welcome to follow Sam at www.Mixedhues.com and @Mixed_Hues