Nneka Jones is a visual artist and lifestyle creator whose work is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of her Trinidadian heritage. Her practice celebrates self-expression, transformation, and storytelling through fine art, embroidery, and digital content. What began as a personal outlet has blossomed into a dynamic career that bridges tactile artistry with immersive media. Jones' creations—whether stitched, painted, or filmed—invite reflection, community and connection.

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In 2016, after placing first in the Caribbean for Art and Design Examinations, Jones saw an opportunity to further her art education in the United States and made the difficult decision to leave family and friends behind to pursue her art career.​ After graduating with a BFA and minor in Marketing from the University of Tampa in May 2020, she has since blossomed into a multidisciplinary activist artist working in mixed media. 

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Jones' works have been extensive; from being commissioned for the cover artwork of TIME magazine The New American Revolution issue, and works acquired by the permanent collection of the Tampa Museum of Art, to large-scaled mural projects commissioned by Disney, The City of Tampa and New York University.

 

She is a well-respected motivational speaker who has been acquired for corporate events such as SOLVE at MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and also for brand events such as ADOBE Max, where she was the keynote speaker. 

 

Her work has been acquired by Raymond James, the Florida Craft Art Gallery, The Ferman Center for the Arts at the University of Tampa, and many other private and public collectors. She has also been awarded Best of Show at the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts of over 240 local and international artists. 

 

She uses her artwork as a tool to advocate for the protection of women and girls, and is most known for her realistic embroidered portraits. With an experimental approach, her work honors the beauty of everyday people and the complexity of identity; offering audiences a rich tapestry of color, texture, and narrative.