The Dopest Black Artists You Need to Know Now

The Dopest Black Artists You Need to Know Now

There’s a digital community curating the work of some of the most talented artists of color.

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This story is part of our new Start. Build. Grow. series, a celebration of August’s Black Business Month.

Since 2009, Society6 has provided a platform for independent artists to sell their work without having to pay for gallery space or expensive exhibition fees.

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Today, the site showcases the work of over 450,000 painters, photographers, digital artists and more, and lets customers turn their work into custom-designed furniture and accessories.

As we head into Black Business Month, we wanted to show a little love to some of the talented artists of color who are selling their original creations on the site. From colorful t-shirts to whimsical wall prints, these are some of our favorite Black artists’ creations on Society6.

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JenNikcole

JenNikcole

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If you’re looking to add some Black girl magic to your space, check out Memphis-based fine artist JenNikcole. Known for drawing and painting colorful images of Black women and girls, her shop is loaded with furniture and accessories featuring her unique works of art.

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Vashti Harrison

Vashti Harrison

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Artist Vashti Harrison is also a bestselling children’s book author and illustrator. And her whimsical style comes through in every colorful piece in her shop.

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Aaron Ricketts

Aaron Ricketts

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We love the way Aaron Ricketts challenges boundaries of size and shape with his unique photographs.

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The Pairabirds

The Pairabirds

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The Pairabirds is the digital studio of Illinois-based designer and illustrator Tabitha Brown. Her vibrant depictions of people of color showcase everything that is beautiful about Black folks.

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Sabrena Khadija

Sabrena Khadija

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Sabrena Khadija is an illustrator and anime enthusiast with an impressive client roster that includes Apple, Adidas and Coca-Cola.

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Morgan Harper Nichols

Morgan Harper Nichols

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Mixed media artist Morgan Harper Nichols takes inspiration from nature. Her work has been featured in major retailers, including Target, Anthropologie and Pottery Barn.

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Manzel

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We love the funky, futuristic vibe digital artist Manzel adds to his Afrocentric works of art.

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Gregory Prescott

Gregory Prescott

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Gregory Prescott is a self-taught photographer with a unique ability to use light and shadow to turn simple human images into fine art.

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mmvce

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If you’re looking for uniquely abstract images, check out mmvce, an artist known for contemporary works of art inspired by African culture.

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Black Pepper Paperie Co.

Black Pepper Paperie Co.

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Black Pepper Paperie Co. is an art and design studio making wall art, tech accessories and home goods inspired by the entire African diaspora.

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Thee Bouffants

Thee Bouffants

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Kendra Dandy is the Philly-based artist behind Thee Bouffants. Her colorful designs will brighten up any room. But we happen to think they make the coolest cell phone cases.

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Loveis Wise

Loveis Wise

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If you’re looking to add some style to your space, check out LA-based artist and illustrator Loveis Wise. Her designs have been commissioned by The New Yorker, Google and Harper Collins.

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Tristan Vision

Tristan Vision

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Tristan Vision is a travel photographer whose work will make you want to go out and get some stamps on your passport.

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Devante Louis

Devante Louis

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Devante Louis’ work is all about ethereal realness, and we can’t get enough.

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