Welcome to the largest collection of original artwork featuring music icon Janet Jackson.
I started this personal project nearly 30 years ago, when I was a teenager in the 90s, a huge Janet Jackson fan, and noticed the lack of positive artistic representation of successful black artists, like Janet, in mainstream culture publications.
While I didn’t have the resources or reach of those traditional magazines, the early home internet was where I began sharing my work with a small community of music fans, and as social media platforms emerged, the project grew along with it.
Following the Super Bowl incident of 2004, the project continued into a celebration of Janet’s artistry and resilience, countering the erasure of her accomplishments amid the media and cultural backlash.
Now that I’m no longer on social media, this is the only place to see this collection.
Please explore this curated selection of artwork, each carousel representing a unique chapter in the evolution of these illustrations.
Click any image to enter gallery slide mode.
The Beginning: 1995-1998 (The Sharpie Era)
Escapade of Color and Style (1999-Present)
Portraits (2019 – present)
This series elevates Janet Jackson to her rightful iconic status as one of the greatest entertainers of all time by blending the noble grandeur of the Grecian bust with a playful twist: the awkward charm of school picture day and the joy of Saturday morning cartoons.
For licensing or media inquiries, please use my contact form.
If you’re curious to dive deeper into the story behind these illustrations, I invite you to check out my other blog posts below. They’re packed with more details and personal insights that I think you’ll enjoy.
Related Blog Links
- A Janet Jackson Cartoon Nation
- Epic Fail or Epic Tale? Unforgettable Lessons Behind Janet Jackson’s Velvet Rope
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