ABOUT 

Curtis Newkirk Jr. is an artist from Northern Virginia who resides in Richmond. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University and has exhibited his work in numerous exhibitions, winning many awards throughout his career. His award-winning work has been showcased in multiple exhibitions, including the New American Paintings 2020 South Issue and the 2020 documentary The Builder. 

Recently, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts acquired one of his pieces. Curtis primarily uses oil and acrylic on wood to create deeply moving, dynamic, figurative paintings that communicate themes of freedom, dignity, courage, and conviction. Through his work, he encourages everyone to think more about the experiences that build character, inspire hope, and spark our imaginations. These experiences contribute to a continual process of becoming more human.