Central Artist Corner presents J. Stacey Grayson

J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.

In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.

"My mixed media work is a tribute to heritage, memory, and the power of everyday materials. Rooted in African-American culture, my pieces weave together bits and pieces of this and that to create a new “whole” (fragments)—to honor the past and reflect the present. My works are layered stories, born from the spirit of resilience (reflections) – “making something out of nothing” – and the beauty found in what’s often overlooked, discarded or forgotten (rhythms) – “one man’s trash is another’s treasure.” My creative practice is grounded in the belief that visual art is not merely decorative—it is a living, breathing form of storytelling. My materials range from found objects and fiber to paint and paper, allowing for rich, tactile narratives that connect past to present, personal to universal."

"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."

For more information about J. Stacey Grayson:

Instagram: @artbyjstacey, opens a new window

Website: artbyjstacey.com, opens a new window

Email: artbyjstacey@gmail.com, opens a new window 

Contact Vikki.Walters@fultoncountyga.gov for information about the artist featured or displaying your work at Central Library.