DVAA Member since 2026

Ebony Bennett

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About:

Ebony Bennett is a Philadelphia-based artist whose work is rooted in Black culture, community storytelling, and ancestral symbolism. With over 15 years in community arts, she has collaborated with organizations such as Mural Arts, BSNC, the Souls Shot Project, and Brewerytown Garden. Her work includes textured portraits and mixed-media pieces inspired by lived experience, heritage, and nature-driven practices like her Autumn Art Challenge series. Ebony’s artwork was recently showcased in the Dreams of You exhibition at the Black Genius Art Show in Baltimore, further expanding her reach as an emerging cultural storyteller.

Artist Statement:

My work is an exploration of identity, heritage, and community. Through layers of paint, texture, and symbolism, I honor the stories of everyday people—their joy, strength, victories, and roots. I incorporate materials such as cowrie shells, gold leaf, and layered textures to evoke the richness of culture and the beauty found in our narratives.

My goal is to create art that reflects the people I come from and the world I hope to inspire.