Clarke, Shanneil, (Grown and Guidance)
Clarke, Shanneil, (Grown and Guidance)
"Grown and Guidance" by Shanneil Clarke
18 x 24 inches, mixed media on paper, Original (2026)-- unframed
Bio: Shanneil Clarke is a Jamaican-born figurative artist whose bold, introspective work explores themes of self-expression, strength, and everyday life. Inspired by history, natural motifs, and the energy of urban spaces, his oil-based paintings invite viewers to form their own interpretations. Now based in Atlanta, Shanneil’s mission is to create art that uplifts, inspires, and leaves a lasting impression.
Artist Statement:
Art has always been a passion for self-expression of mine, for as far back as I can recall. There’s nothing else I could imagine myself doing that wouldn’t include being an artist. I was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, where I spent most of my youth. I migrated to Pennsylvania in March of 2000. While maneuvering through the city of Philadelphia, I was exposed to the artistic environment fueling the city. The street art and historical murals were an everyday source of inspiration for me. The first time I remember studying art, being exposed to multiple mediums was during my years at Springfield High School. While it wasn’t a formal art education, I still found joy in seeing the outcome of each project. After graduating, I took some time away from art to explore elements within my surrounding environment to really find myself. In 2008, I found myself longing to pick up a brush. After experimenting, I quickly fell in love with the experience of using oil-based medium and found the energy to create all over again. The new medium renewed the passion I thought I had lost coming into the busy working world.
I take inspiration for each body of work from both history and everyday life experiences. I work to create a narrative in my art that can also be subjective in its meaning. Art for me is about allowing the viewer to grasp onto their own interpretation. I believe firmly that art is universal and is shaped by each individual’s own walk of life. I define myself as an introspective figurative artist. I enjoy incorporating natural motifs, including using floral fabric patterns to express the communication chakra at the neck of the figures as a form of self-expression, determination in one’s pursuit of better living. Each stroke of paint is meant to be bold, show confidence, strength in both my figures, and inspire the same mindset in those who view it. There are many artists that I find most inspiring and have affected the elements included in my own works, such as Dali, Kevin Williams, Charley Palmer, David Hockney, Basquiat, and Amy Sherald. Often, I also find myself looking back on techniques seen in works of different eras as well. I find I am rather fond of gold leaf and textures.
Since moving to Atlanta, Georgia, in 2018, I have become more active in the Art community. I have participated in local art exhibitions displaying my work in galleries, including Mint Gallery and Future Dead Artist Gallery, among many others. In 2022, I was featured in an Exhibition sponsored by Amazon Prime during Art Basel Miami. My main goal is to touch the hearts and minds of everyone who encounters my work and leave a positive impression that will last in those with a passion for art, and perhaps even inspire others to express their passion and creativity.
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