Artist Spotlight

4 Artists Showcasing Black Fashion

These four artists offer Black fashion art in four different ways. Given their unique life experiences and artistic journeys, we’d expect nothing less! From fun and fierce to bold and futuristic, we’re taking a look at how four different creators showcase stylish individuals.

With the ever growing need for Black representation in art, depictions of Black fashion can be a powerful way to encourage diversity and shine a positive light on individuality. Because of the fact that Black culture has heavily influenced the fashion industry in many ways, it makes sense that artists want to capture this stylish energy in their creations. Whether it’s cultural-clad outfits or high end fashion trends, it’s no wonder that artists are making their mark with Black art. 

From pop culture icons to Black hairstyles, the work from these artists can bring sci-fi intrigue, energizing minimalism, and more types of vibes to your space. Whether you prefer digital Afrofuturism art or detailed illustrations, keep scrolling to find a new favorite artist.

1. Hayden Williams   

Inspired by pop culture and celebrities, Hayden Williams’ illustrations feature pop culture icons and stylish ladies including some available exclusively as Limited Edition prints. His fashionable creations reveal famous Black musicians and movie stars clothed in red carpet outfits, designer brands, and chic feminine accessories. No matter if it’s legendary musicians or renowned runway models, his prints radiate with fun yet fierce energy.

From Beyoncé’s shimmering “Break My Soul” performance outfit to a fashionable Black Barbie dressed in pink, we think his artwork can be a great way to create a glamorous and trendy atmosphere. If his chic art looks familiar, you may have seen him collaborate with Rimmel London, Bratz and Kylie Jenner.

Click here to see all of Hayden Williams’ artwork available on iCanvas.


2. Digital Wild Art   

Capturing the color, vibrancy, and love of Black culture, Digital Wild Art’s digitally manipulated AI creations feature Afrofuturism portraits. With a futuristic spin on Black fashion, her subjects’ outfits are full of bright colors, eye-catching patterns, bold accessories, and surreal elements. Whether it’s trendy kids with wild animals or fashionable elders in nature, we’re mesmerized by the exciting energy.

From a retro futurist African man with bubbles to a woman in a high fashion floral dress, we think her artwork can be a wonderful way to add intriguing, sci-fi vibes to your space.

Click here to see all of Digital Wild Art’s artwork available on iCanvas.


3. Domonique Brown 

Celebrating diversity and defying traditional pictorial representation, Domonique Brown’s graphic art and illustrations feature everything from animals to faceless portraits to abstracts, and more. Diving into her Black fashion art, she places emphasis on Black hairstyles, minimalist outfits, and touches of bright hues. No matter if it’s a piece celebrating afros and braids or scenes showcasing hoop earrings, we love the stylish energy.

From a man with box braids to an afro woman with a multi-patterned top, we think her artwork can be a lovely way to add energizing or minimalist vibes to your space. If her prints look familiar, you may have seen her work featured in season four of Insecure, as well as The Shade Room and Artspace Warehouse.

Click here to see all of Domonique Brown’s artwork available on iCanvas.


4. Ohab TBJ

Ohab Tochukwu Bernard Johnbosco, the name behind Ohab TBJ, creates digital illustrations featuring intricate portraiture and motivational typography. His fashion focused prints dive into black and white faces with colorful outfits, utilizing intricate lines, patterns, and designs often found in Ankara fabric. Whether it’s floral head wraps or lively patterned shirts, each subjects’ style is eye-catching.

From an orange lemon and banana top to a blooming red and yellow blouse, we think his artwork can be a bold way to bring eclectic and expressive vibes to your space. 

Click here to see all of Ohab TBJ’s artwork available on iCanvas.


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