Britnee Scott is a self-taught contemporary, folk art graffiti artist, from Washington. I have been drawing and painting since the age of 7 years old. Growing up in Washington, D.C. I’ve had the experience of exploring different museums and libraries throughout my city that my parents and grandparents would take us to visit daily.
My vision is inspired from historical events that have left a major impact positively throughout the world. I chose to present world peace, taking a stand, and advocate for change through art. Sharing and spreading a message that has a wakeup call to society.
We are aware that this isn’t new to society but it’s a known factor to which we must share but there is a positive outlook to the traumatic issues we face rather your connected to different social classes we all are equal, and the world needs to be reminded that equality and fair treatment is needed to be better as a people.
About the Artist
With vibrancy in color, a mixture of acrylics and mix media, self-taught graffiti folk artist Britnee Scotts paintings capture a spunky contemporary culture. Presenting subjects that reflects on race, politics, and urban culture her works share a multitude of narratives. Her bold lines, and color has shaped a unique style in today’s art culture. Paying homage to Elizabeth Catlett, Aminah Robinson, Robert Colescott, and a connection of the Harlem Renaissance greats Faith Ringgold, Lois Mailou Jones, Brit bring those historical movements to fruition. Britnee began presenting her artwork in cities all over the country and in 2022 landed her first collaboration with NFL home team Washington Commanders designing the first HBCU rally towel and showcased her art pieces in the FedEx Field Stadium. Having her first solo show in 2023 at Homme Gallery located in Washington, D.C. titled “Street Code”. Britnee was able to express her experiences growing up in an urban community. As a Southeast, Washington, D.C. native Brits focus is to “Be the change she wishes to see in the world”, that will allow people to change the stigma that’s placed on how people view Southeast, D.C. and strive to be able to advocate through art for her city.During her spare time, she’s always studying and researching various artist from all over the world. She says, “taking random trips to museums provide her clarity and helps her overcome times when she is having an artist block.” It’s her self-care time to reflect, pay homage, learn, and gain knowledge from various artist who she describes as originators.Featured Work
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