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JAMIL BURTON

“Where the Light Stands”

Optimistic.

 

“Higher Learning”

She’s an inspiration to many young African American girls to be more self aware and achieve greatness.

“MIRROR MIRROR”

Representation is everything.

 
Jamil Burton — artist based in Kinston, North Carolina

About the Artist

Jamil Burton

Jamil Burton is a visual artist and illustrator based in Kinston, North Carolina. Born in Newark, New Jersey, he creates work that bridges fine art, narrative illustration, and community-centered projects.

Based: Kinston, North Carolina
From: Newark, New Jersey
Practice: Murals, commissions, illustration

Community Work

  • “Tree of Hope” mural at Friends of the Homeless Shelter (Kinston)
  • Adkin High School Walk-Out mural panels, with Maximillian Mozingo