As an African American artist, my work centers around the exploration of culture and representation through the medium of portraiture and figurative art. I use a variety of mediums, including acrylic, oil, spray paint, and ink, to create pieces that are both visually striking and emotionally evocative.
My focus is on capturing the essence of my subjects and their cultural heritage, using bold colors and expressive brushstrokes to convey their individuality and strength. My work aims to challenge stereotypes and provide a nuanced representation of the African American experience, highlighting the diversity and complexity of our community.
Through my art, I hope to spark important conversations about representation and identity, and to give voice to those who have been historically marginalized. I believe that art has the power to educate, inspire, and bring about positive change, and I strive to create work that is both beautiful and meaningful.
I am committed to using my art as a tool for social justice and to promoting the visibility and representation of African Americans in the art world. I believe that it is essential to create and share art that reflects the diversity and richness of our culture, and I am dedicated to using my talents and skills to do just that.
Vibe Live Studio, Jacksonville, FL
Vibe Live Studio, Jacksonville, FL
FSCJ Kent Campus, Jacksonville, FL
FSCJ Kent Campus, Jacksonville, FL
Arlo Hotels Art Gallery, Wynwood location, Miami, FL
Arlo Hotels Art Gallery, Wynwood location, Miami, FL
The Jessie Ball DuPont Center, Jacksonville, FL
The Jessie Ball DuPont Center, Jacksonville, FL
James Weldon Johnson Park, Jacksonville, FL
James Weldon Johnson Park, Jacksonville, FL
Residencies
2022
The House of Sedulo Artist Residency, London
Chateau Orquevaux Artist Residency, Chateau Orquevaux, Orquevaux, Champagne-Ardenne, France
Exhibitions
Selected Group Exhibitions
2023
"AFROFANTASTIC: The Black Imaginary in Art, literature, and Technology", African American Research Library & Cultural Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL
2022
Point Comfort Art Fair 22, Historic Ward Rooming House, Miami, FL
Hero Art Project, National Mall, Washington, DC
Through Our Eyes: Female Led Legacies, Ritz Theatre and Museum, Jacksonville, FL
Super Wonderful Crazy Fun-Time Circus, Jacksonville, FL
The Hero Art Project, Big Screen Plaza, New York, NY
ArtFields 2022, The ROB, Lake City, SC
Beyond Words, Mergeculture Gallery, Tampa, FL
2021
Hero Art Project, New York Life Building, New York, NY
The Artists Answered The Call, Ritz Theatre and Museum, Jacksonville, FL
Black Humanity Now: A Nation Speaks, Mahogany Gallery, Racine, WI
13th Annual Exposed Exhibition and Fundraiser, Art and Culture Center, Hollywood, FL
Summer In Tribeca, Black Wall Street Gallery, New York, NY
Black Love Mural Festival, 5 Points, Denver, CO
21 Piece Salute, Black Wall Street Gallery, New York, NY
2020
26th Carroll Harris Simms National Black Art Competition and Exhibition, African American Museum, Dallas, TX
2020 Florida Biennial, Arts and Culture Center, Hollywood, FL
In The Clouds, Mize Gallery, St. Petersburg, FL
The Nameless Now: NEFL Artists Respond, Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, St. Augustine, FL
JTA Art Show, JTA Jacksonville Regional Transportation Center, Jacksonville, FL
The Wall at College Park collaborative mural, Town and Country Shopping Center, Jacksonville, FL
2020 PINNACLE National Juried Art Competition, Florida A&M University Foster-Tanner Art Fine Arts Gallery, Tallahassee, FL
2019
Nguzo Saba: Reaffirmation Exhibition, Mahogany Gallery by Scott Terry, Kenosha, WI
Mint Condition: Everything Red + White, Mergeculture Gallery, Tampa, FL
Through Our Eyes: Journey To South Africa, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Sweater Weather, Mize Gallery, St. Petersburg, FL
First Come First Serve, Fort Works Art, Fort Worth, TX
Inaugural Exhibition, Mahogany Gallery by Scott Terry, Kenosha, WI
Real People 2019, Old Court House Arts Center, Woodstock, IL
Through Our Eyes: The Revolution Will Be Documented By The Artists, Ritz Theatre and Museum, Jacksonville, FL
SMILE, Mize Gallery, St. Petersburg, FL
Enroute, Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center and Visual Arts Gallery, Daytona Beach, FL
Breaching The Margins, Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, Grand Rapids, MI
Featured Artist, Mandela 100th Luncheon, The Mayflower Hotel, Washington, DC
A Vision For Art, St. Marks Episcopal Day School, Jacksonville, FL
On The Fringe: Blurred Lines Of Florida Folk, Jax Makerspace Gallery, Jacksonville, FL
Black History Art Exhibit, Southern Exposure Gallery, Tallahassee, FL
2018
Art Beat Miami Art Exhibition, Caribbean Marketplace, Miami, FL
M.U.C.E Arts and Culture Festival “Ode to Hip Hop,” Little Haiti Cultural Complex, Miami, FL
Black Opal: The Art Experience, WJCT, Jacksonville, FL
Corks and Canvas Art Exhibition, XO Lounge, Jacksonville, FL
Juneteenth Art Expo, Bohemian Lounge, Jacksonville, FL
Ancient Roots, Mergeculture Gallery, Tampa, FL
The Black Renaissance Art Show, Studio Zsa Zsa Lapree, Jacksonville, FL
Through Our Eyes: Journey To South Africa, Ritz Theatre and Museum, Jacksonville, FL
First Things First, Karpelis Manuscript Library Museum, Jacksonville, FL
2017
Small Matters, Yellow House Gallery, Jacksonville, FL
Black Opal: The Art Experience, The 5 and Dime A Theatre Company, Jacksonville, FL
Resistance Pop Up Art Show, Union Street Studios, Jacksonville, FL
Black Chrysanthemum Art Show, Studio Zsa Zsa Lapree, Jacksonville, FL
Black Magic Live Art Museum, Delo Studio, Jacksonville, FL
Exhibition Of Excellence, Downtown Cigar Lounge, Jacksonville, FL
Solo Exhibtion
2023
"New Growth", FSCJ Kent Campus, Jacksonville, FL
2018
Solo Exhibition, Burrito Gallery, Jacksonville, FL
2016
Cooli Ras Art Solo Show, Downtown Cigar Lounge, Jacksonville, FL
Other
2019
Visiting Artist, James Weldon Johnson Middle School, Jacksonville, FL
Artist @ Work Panel Discussion, Jax Makerspace, Jacksonville, FL
2018
Art Republic Global mural, Jacksonville, FL
District of Soul Mural, Northwest Jacksonville CDC, Jacksonville, FL
Mural, The Posh Factory Performing Arts Center, Jacksonville, FL
TEDx Jacksonville, Live Painter, Florida Theater, Jacksonville, FL
We Rise “Pro Peace,” Arts, and Music Festival, Jacksonville, FL
Visiting Artist, Fort Caroline Middle School, Jacksonville, FL
Art Battle One, Art Battle two, Art Battle Finals, Hotel Palms, Jacksonville, FL
Writing On The Walls, Banksy Exhibit, Jax Makerspace, Jacksonville, FL
Natural Hair & Health Expo, Featured Artist, Tallahassee, FL
Color Me Kona “The World’s Largest Coloring Book Party” 2, Kona Skate Park, Jacksonville, FL
GIANTS TV Series, Season 2, Episodes 202 and 203
2017
Carib Freak Fest (Art Basel Miami), The Alley Wynwood, Miami, FL
Color Me Kona “The World’s Largest Coloring Book Party,” Kona Skate Park, Jacksonville, FL
Pancakes & Booze, Georgia Freight Center, Atlanta, GA
Collections
Works held in private collections in Canada, the United States, and UK.
Awards and Grants
2017 Individual Artist Grant, Community First Credit Union of Florida in the amount of $1,000.
2018 Community Foundation Art Ventures Grant in the amount of $3,500.
2020 Black Men Walking Inc. In Arts Award.
2021 People's Choice Award, Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville 45th Annual Arts Awards.
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