Malik Titus Bridges (“Tiger Crane”, @sifu9000), is a longtime resident of the Hudson Valley and Catskills. He is a compelling painter that continuously challenges his craft. His appreciation for visual work started at a young age with illustrations of beloved childhood characters. In high school, he was introduced to painting and has been committed to the discipline ever since.

In 2015 Malik held his first gallery exhibit titled “Daydreams & Nightmares” at Roark’s Tavern, Monticello, NY. During this three-month period, Malik has painted, produced music, and hosted paint and sips and open mic nights.

Malik’s other notable achievements include participating in, hosting, and curating various art shows across the Hudson Valley and New York City from 2016-2023, including:

•Art Among the Vines at the Basha Kill Vineyards 2016-2018

•Hudson Valley Art Expo at Element Square Middletown, NY 2018

•Nova Foundation presents: The Healing Component Foley Gallery New York, New York 2019

•New York fashion week Set Designer for Haus of Phanton on Wall Street New York, New York 2021-2022, to name a few.

Malik’s success has shown his versatility as an engaging artist, host, collaborator, and organizer of shows and events. Since then, he has continued to explore the boundaries of painting and has developed a brand of positive and satisfying art experiences.