Lorenzo Swinton

Lorenzo Swinton is an interdisciplinary artist whose work blends visual art, community engagement, and a deep commitment to creative empowerment. Born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Swinton’s artistic journey has been shaped by both the challenges of his upbringing and the influence of the vibrant cultural scenes he later became a part of in Tennessee. After spending two decades in Clarksville, Tennessee, Swinton has emerged as a powerful force in the regional art scene, driven by a personal passion for creativity and a deep sense of responsibility to serve the creative community.

While creativity in the arts has always been a passion in early childhood, Swinton's artistic career took root in earnest in Nashville and Clarksville, where he has worked professionally as an independent artist for over eight years. During this period, he became involved with various nonprofit organizations and cultural institutions, including United Way, Turnip Green Reuse, ArtLink Clarksville, the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center, and The Forge Nashville. These affiliations not only helped refine Swinton’s artistic practice but also cemented his role as a civic-minded artist committed to uplifting others.

As his art began to gar...

“Visible” (August 2020) Yeiser Art Center | Paducah, KY

“When in Rome” (September 2022) Soho Rome/San Lorenzo Studio | Rome, IT

“OUTSIDER” (October 2022) State Gallery/The Forge | Nashville, TN

“Test in Seasons” (November 2023) State Gallery/The Forge | Nashville, TN

“Fuse” (July 2024) Haley Gallery | Nashville, TN

“La Pinta” (August 2024) Tennessee State University | Nashville, TN

"Re” (October 2024) Lorenzo Swinton Gallery | Clarksville, TN