Handmade Ornaments- by Caritas Village Artist-in-Residence frank d robinson, jr.
Come meet the artist and view his collection of specially handmade ornaments! Each piece is hand crafted and signed by the artist.
Prices range: $20- $50 with proceeds benefiting the Caritas Village!
They make the perfect Christmas gift!
About The Artist
frank d. robinson, jr. is the Artist-in-Residence at the Caritas Village and President of NIA Artist Collective.
frank d. is a modern day griot, telling stories of our migration through life via his art. His art defies the confines of staid canvases, showing up on bottles, guitars, rocking chairs or boards – wherever the spirit of the art demands. robinson weaves together a vibrant tapestry of the varied expression of African American culture. His work reflects the many faces of the people of the African Diaspora.
A native of Memphis, TN, robinson received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Memphis in 1993. In 1998 he earned a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Painting and Drawing and a subsequent MFA in 2000 from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. robinson’s work has been exhibited in fine galleries and homes in Memphis, New York, Chicago, Washington, DC, New Orleans, Atlanta, Houston, Baltimore and… a city near you!
