ABOUT THE ARTIST

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’s creations—whether stitched, painted, or filmed—invite reflection, community and connection.

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.

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The twenty-eight-year old artist graduated with a BFA and minor in Marketing from the University of Tampa in May 2020 and since blossomed into a multidisciplinary activist artist working in mixed media. 

One of her most notable achievements was a commission from TIME magazine to produce the cover artwork for the August 31st/ September 7th issue 2020. Her work has since been acquired by the Tampa Museum of Art, FL, Florida Craft Art Gallery, FL, The Ferman Center for the Arts, FL and many other private and public collectors. 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.