Thunder Artist Group Is Changing the Game for Local Creatives
As the OKC Thunder battle in the Western Conference Finals, another powerful movement is unfolding off the court—one that uplifts artists across Oklahoma.
The Thunder Artist Group (TAG) is a growing collective of Oklahoma-based creatives actively redefining what it means to be seen, supported, and celebrated through one of the NBA’s most community-rooted teams.
“I know people see Oklahoma as a small market,” said D’Angelo Todd, the fan development coordinator for the OKC Thunder. “But we’ve got some big-time artists out here.”
TAG provides artists with the opportunity to collaborate with a large corporation while enabling the Thunder basketball team to connect with the masses and engage with fans where they are.
Artists like Joshua Jaiye Farrell and Taylor Clark have contributed murals, digital designs, and custom artwork for Thunder events, showcasing the depth of talent within the state.
“Being part of the group is such a blessing. It’s pushed me to grow in areas like digital design, professional communication, and time management,” Clark said.
As the Thunder fight for a spot in the NBA Finals, their artist group is quietly making history of its own—not just by painting murals or designing posters, but by expanding who gets to belong in the story of Oklahoma sports and culture.
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How Thunder Artist Group is changing the game for local creatives
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