The Soulful Resonance of Color: The Life and Art of Wayne Bennett To understand the visual language of Wayne Bennett, one must first listen to the rhythm of the blues. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, on December 13, 1932, Bennett’s early life was defined by the soulful, improvisational spirit of American music. Before he ever picked up a brush to capture the landscape, he was a formidable presence on the guitar, honing his craft amidst the legendary echoes of musicians like Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters. This musical foundation—a blend of raw emotion, melodic phrasing, and spontaneous creativi…