Ames Palms (She, They) was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Most every advantage Ames has acquired in life can be attributed to white privilege (as well as a good work ethic instilled by midwestern parents). Ames received a BFA from Alfred University in mixed media sculpture and has been making neon just about every day since 1995. They opened Rebel Neon Studios in 2019. Instagram: @_neon_palms