Artists to Know: 10 Black Artists To Get Excited About
In honor of Black History Month, we’re celebrating by showcasing a new mix of Black artists each week. iCanvas would be nothing without our diverse family of creators, and we’re proud to play a role in increasing representation of artists who are historically underrepresented across the industry. We hope you find a new favorite creator.
From fashionable females to futuristic worlds to humorous dogs, these 10 Black artists celebrate representation, joy, and intrigue through their art creations. Showcasing blissful scenes, touches of nature, and expressive portraiture, these creators draw attention to self-love, Black resilience, and lighthearted living.
Whether you want to be inspired by confident ladies, feel the impact of raw human emotion, or embrace joyful feelings, the work from these artists provides a mix of important messages and carefree feelings. Keep scrolling to check out just a few of the many Black artists we’re proud to partner with.
1. Segun Aiyesan
Based in Nigeria, Segun Aiyesan hopes to “communicate a moral uncolored perspective to issues concerning mankind, while baring an unbiased truth” through his fine art paintings. Featuring rich tones and expressive details, his portraits, nudes, and abstracts evoke powerful feelings such as clarity, brokenness, and victimization. From the bearer of tales to prayers for the meek to Black goddesses, we think his artwork gives off strong emotional and refined energy.
Click here to see more of Segun Aiyesan’s art on iCanvas.
2. Jitabebe
A self-taught photographer from Washington, Jitabebe aims to capture “life’s priceless moments” with her collection of colorful and bright nature photos. Showcasing snowy mountains, reflective waters, flourishing pathways, and other bold landscapes, she pulls viewers into breathtaking scenery. From rainforest dwellers to magical winter sunsets to painted hillsides, her picturesque prints provide wild yet majestic vibes.
Click here to see more of Jitabebe’s art on iCanvas.
3. Winnie Weston
Based in Alexandria, Virginia, Winnie Weston’s goal is to celebrate the stories of Black women through her faceless digital illustrations. Growing up surrounded by Black creatives, she’s excited and motivated to showcase the beauty and resilience of females through “simple lines and bold colors”, along with inspirational typography. From boss babes to melanin messages to pattern queens, her prints are full of style. Making her artwork a lovely way to bring fashionable and empowering vibes to your space.
Click here to see more of Winnie Weston’s art on iCanvas.
4. Danny Gordon
A big Dachshund enthusiast, Danny Gordon creates drawings of dogs that are “part anatomically accurate and part comical” with a goal of bringing smiles to peoples’ faces. With scenes of pups driving cars, taking baths, holding funny signs, and participating in other activities, he hopes people can see their own pets in his art. From skateboarder pugs to baseball player rottweilers to pilot Boston terriers, his canine creations are full of charming and humorous energy.
Click here to see more of Danny Gordon’s art on iCanvas.
5. Evan Rhodes
New York artist Evan Rhodes’ digital art combines “sci-fi fantasy, cyberpunk, architectural visualization, surrealism, spiritual art, and natural environments”. Wanting to explore the evolution of future environments on earth, his scenes feature neon cities, electric outer space imagery, otherworldly people, and more. From cosmic canyons to free spirits to jet strikes, we think his artwork can be an eye-catching way to create a futuristic atmosphere with fantasy vibes.
Click here to see more of Evan Rhodes’ art on iCanvas.
6. Destiny Darcel
Striving to spread light and love and speak directly to the Black female community, Miami artist Destiny Darcel’s digital faceless portraits focus on fashionable, care-free Black women living their best lives. Through a range of stylish scenes, she often creates various versions of herself in her art based on how she’s feeling, hoping to showcase the importance of “practicing love languages on yourself”. From flower queens to ambitious girls to icy aunties, her artwork unveils modern, feel-good vibes.
Click here to see more of Destiny Darcel’s art on iCanvas.
7. Laji Sanusi
UK artist Laji Sanusi strives to create art for the culture with his inspiring digital portraits of musicians, famous faces, and everyday people. Incorporating a mix of conceptual art, art nouveau, and pop art, his creations include powerful political messages, empowering portraiture, and touches of bright colors. From young advocates to strong empresses to crowned rappers, his prints are striking. Making his artwork a great way to add bold, pop culture vibes to your space.
Click here to see more of Laji Sanusi’s art on iCanvas.
8. Brandie Adams-Piphus
Exploring gender roles, sexuality, and the constraints of racial bias, Brandie Adams-Piphus creates digital portraits of Black women full of eye-catching colors, patterns, and botanicals. Motivated to spark change due to lack of representation in the art world, she wants people to see “more positive images of WOC as we progress toward equality”. From releasing trauma to throwing shade to just vibing, her stylish artwork radiates an abundance of vibrant and expressive energy.
Click here to see more of Brandie Adams-Piphus’ art on iCanvas.
9. Roma Osowo
Wanting viewers to “insert their own thoughts, emotions and interpretations”, Dallas artist Roma Osowo’s mixed media abstracts are full of lively patterns and exciting elements of movement. Ultimately aspiring to evoke joy as a result of her faith, she brings in a blend of vivid and bright colors. From shadows of grace to songs from heaven to fearless flourishing, we think her artwork can be a wonderful way to add happy or energetic vibes to your space.
While no longer an iCanvas partner, you can check out more of this artist’s work here.
10. Jonelle James
Based in Toronto, Canada, Jonelle James celebrates Black culture and shares her “effervescent personality” through her digital art featuring faceless portraits, popular drinks, botanicals, and psychedelic patterns. Incorporating touches of LGBTQ+ representation, Christmas style, and bold accessories, she focuses on designing POC centric art with feminine aesthetics and delicate lines. From funky coffee to uptown girls to creative minds, her prints are full of stylish subjects. Making her artwork a fun way to add fierce fashion or family vibes to your space.
Click here to see more of Jonelle James’ art on iCanvas.
It’s an ongoing priority for iCanvas to increase the diversity of artists on our site, and we are thrilled to continue growing our partnerships with Black artists. Get to know more Black artists on our blog and explore our growing collection of art by Black artists to find creators you can support this month and beyond.