Artists Rooted in Purpose
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Artists Rooted in Purpose ✴
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Blackbird Arts represents a curated group of visual artists whose practices are rooted in intention, narrative, and cultural integrity.
Each artist within the Blackbird ecosystem is supported with care, strategy, and professional guidance—allowing their work to be seen, collected, and experienced in ways that honor both the artist and their vision.
Featured Artists
Jayeola Joshua
Joshua works with acrylics, oil, and charcoal, using curved lines and vivid red tones to explore emotion and psychological depth.
@jayeola_joshua_art
Tiya Caniel Maynard
Tiya’s visual work explores ancestral veneration, joy, liberation, and transformation, often using color, texture, and abstraction to evoke emotion and spaciousness.
Website @tiyacaniel
Why Work With Blackbird
Blackbird Arts provides artists with the structure, guidance, and accountability needed to grow sustainable, aligned creative careers. Support is tailored to each artist’s goals while honoring the integrity of their work and process.
Support may include:
Strategic career guidance and planning
Opportunity identification and submissions
Professional positioning and pricing support
Accountability and ongoing check-ins
Thoughtful representation and advocacy
This is support designed to meet artists where they are—and walk with them forward.
How to Become a Blackbird Artist?
Blackbird Arts works with artists on a selective, alignment-based basis. Each partnership is intentional, ensuring that both the artist and the work are supported with the care and attention they deserve.
Artists interested in working together are invited to inquire or apply. Submissions are reviewed personally, with alignment, readiness, and mutual fit guiding all decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about representation, process, and working with Blackbird Arts.
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Blackbird Arts supports visual artists whose work is intentional, narrative-driven, and rooted in meaningful expression.
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Representation is selective and may be ongoing or project-based, depending on alignment and scope.
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Artists at various stages may be considered, provided there is readiness for professional development and growth.
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Yes! Our consultation and strategic planning services are available for artists seeking guidance before representation.