Jakia Monique

Jakia Monique, a Pennsylvania native, has seamlessly woven her artistic journey through the vibrant landscapes of New York City and the creative tapestry of Los Angeles over the past decade. A true Wanderlust, Jakia is more than an artist—she is a creator, a designer, and a nurturer of artistic communities.

Her canvas extends beyond geographical boundaries, with artistic footprints left in cities such as Philadelphia, Atlanta, Paris, London, Cuba, and Berlin. These diverse experiences have shaped Jakia's worldview, fostering a profound global awareness of cultures and the intricate identities that define us. Embracing the esoteric, Jakia channels her insights into abstract paintings, where recognized figures give way to a rich tapestry of moods, moments, and unexplored viewpoints within ourselves.

Beyond the canvas, Jakia's artistic prowess extends into the realms of fashion design, volunteer art instruction, and digital doodling. Her journey reached a milestone with her premier solo exhibition, "Abstractions in Blackness," in August 2020. This groundbreaking showcase was a testament to her resilience during the early months of isolation in New York City amid the global pandemic.

For Jakia, color is a language, and her brushstro...

Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2023 - Inside Out, Aziz Gallerie, Los Angeles, CA
2023 - Legacies Group Show Aziz Gallerie, Los Angeles, CA
2020 - Abstractions In Blackness (Solo Exhibition), York, PA
2016 - Brooklyn Atelier Studio, Williamsburg, NY
2014 - Ingram Talley Design Studio, Inaugural Show, Los
Angeles, CA