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Rebirth. Rejoice. Create. That is the guiding mantra of Janice King, a Brooklyn native who—after decades of quiet creativity—unleashed her full artistic self at age 60. A self-taught visual artist, Janice paints bold, vibrant images of Black women, still life, scenic landscapes, and abstract compositions using acrylic on canvas. Her work is a celebration of beauty, identity, and style—rooted in memory, emotion, and cultural pride.
As a child, art came naturally—through stories, drawing, and design—but she was steered toward the corporate world. Even during those years, her artistic spirit persisted through fashion, color, and home decor. After a life-changing moment reignited her passion, Janice began painting full-time, capturing the essence of Black women inspired by those she sees in daily life. From memory, she translates their hairstyles, makeup, and confidence into powerful portraits.
Janice’s work has been featured in NYC and Delaware galleries, and her wearable art—one-of-a-kind, hand-painted fashion—is a growing sensation. Her pieces have graced runways at the Billie Holiday Theatre, Kings County Supreme Court’s Annual Fashion Show, Chris White Gallery, and the Chase Center. Today, she continues to create art that lives beyond the canvas, including prints, home décor, and fashions available at Morgan’s of Delaware Women’s Boutique.
Her portrait Sir James Baldwin, part of this exhibition, honors the Harlem Renaissance figure and speaks to the shared legacy of Black excellence—past and present.