Joshua "Ray" Branch-Howell was born in Hopewell, VA in 2003 and raised in the Petersburg/Chesterfield tri-county area.
He is currently pursuing a BFA in Visual Arts at Virginia State University, with an expected graduation in 2026. Working primarily in printmaking, mixed media, and painting, his recent projects explore themes of music, cultural identity, and social commentary. He currently lives in Colonial Heights and serves as the creative director of the VSU Art and Design Student Organization.