Fort Wayne, Indiana is bursting with talent from our vibrant arts community! Keep reading to discover a list of Black fine artists, musicians, and photographers in Fort Wayne. 

This blog is one in a series of posts celebrating and highlighting Black-owned restaurants, shops, and entertainment, as well as Black artists, musicians, and more in Fort Wayne. You can also find other Black-owned restaurants and businesses in this Facebook group.

*Know of additional Black artists in Fort Wayne to add to the list? Email suggestions to erin@visitfortwayne.com.

**Please Note: Art is subjective, and some of the music and art included may not be suitable for all ages.

Black Artists, Musicians, and Photographers in Fort Wayne

Fine Art:

AfroPlump Art
Facebook | Instagram: @afroplump
Shop
AfroPlump Art - What Does Your Mask Mean
@afroplump on Instagram

 

Davonta Beckham
Website
Instagram: @davontabeckham
Davonta Beckham - Lightbulb Artwork
@davontabeckham on Instagram

 

Drece L. Designs
Facebook | Instagram: @drelg7
Painting from Fort Wayne artist, Drece L Designs

 

Jaliyah Rice
Instagram: @artby_jaliyah
Painting from Fort Wayne artist Jaliyah Rice

Kenya Irby-King
Instagram: @sheisart24
Kenya Irby-King - Window Mural

 

Love, Lucine
Facebook
Love Lucine - HBCU Painting
 

Michael D. Johnson
Concept.Seven Art Lounge

 

Nigel Roper
Facebook | Instagram: @den.i.zen
Artwork by Fort Wayne artist Nigel Roper
@den.i.zen on Instagram

 

Phresh Laundry (Theoplis Smith III)
Facebook | Instagram: @thatlaundry
Website | Shop
Love public art? Check out Phresh Laundry's "Better Together" mural in Fort Wayne! It's #19 on our Public Art Map.
Art Exhibit from Theoplis Smith at the Krull Gallery inside the Allen County Public Library

 

William Bryant Rozier
Writer, photographer, illustrator, graphic designer, and so much more. He was also the first Managing Editor of Fort Wayne Ink Spot Newspaper — Fort Wayne's first Black-owned newspaper, telling regional and national stories about African Americans and other minority groups.
Instagram: @scrameggsdotnet
Website

 

Music:

AlienNature
Local artist who released his first full-length album, Nature V. Nurture, in 2019.
Facebook | Instagram: @aliennature
Spotify
Website

Cameron Brooks
R&B singer from Fort Wayne, and owner of Brooks BBQ and Chicken. His latest single "Everything" is available on iTunes and Apple Music.
Facebook | Instagram: @camb_official

Christiana Danielle
You may know her from her time on NBC's The Voice: Season 14! She made Fort Wayne proud and impressed judges and viewers with her voice. Christiana has been creating music since, and just released her latest single, Grow Up.
Facebook | Instagram: @christianadofficial
Spotify
Website

Derek Reeves
Principal Violist for the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. He's a member of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Freimann Quartet, and often plays around town with Alicia Pyle Quartet (APQ).
Facebook 

DJ E-Clyps
DJ, producer, and photographer (see Blacklight Media in the Photography section), DJ E-Clyps has a passion for hip-hop and dance music.
Facebook | Instagram: @djeclyps
Spotify

Fatima Washington
Many weekends, you can catch her performing at different venues around Fort Wayne! Fatima Washington has collaborated with a number of artists here in Fort Wayne, and has also starred in several musicals in town.
Facebook | Instagram: @fatimawashington
Spotify

J. Tubbs
Artist, producer, and DJ, J. Tubbs brings a truly unique sound that makes him stand out in his creativity.
Facebook | Instagram: @iamjtubbs
Spotify

Melanin Soulest
Neo-soul vocal artist hailing from Fort Wayne with a style that is all her own! Her freshman EP "The Art of Love" is available on Amazon, Apple Music, and iTunes.
Facebook | Instagram: @melaninsoulest

Mic Strong
Hip-Hop artist, who recently released his newest single, Affirmation.
Instagram: @micstrong
Spotify

Ty Causey
Smooth R&B, Soul/Jass singer from Fort Wayne!
Facebook | Instagram: @tycauseymusic
Spotify
Website

 

Photography:

Andre Hollis
Facebook | Instagram: @ahollisphotography
Senior Portrait Photo from Andre Hollis Photography
@ahollisphotography on Instagram

 

Andre Portee
Instagram: @bodrega (Note: This content may not be appropriate for all ages.)

Andre also works on a project called AbsorbALL, with a mission to bridge art and community by painting murals on basketball courts. The first court in Fort Wayne is almost complete! See the progress on Instagram by following @AbsorbALL.
Portrait taken by Fort Wayne photographer, Andre Portee
@bodrega on Instagram

 

Justice Allen – Jay Peace Photography
Facebook | Instagram: @jaypeacephotography
Website
High school senior portrait from Fort Wayne photographer, Jay Peace Photography
@jaypeacephotography on Instagram

 

Kelsey Martin
Facebook | Instagram: @ogkillakels
Photo taken by Fort Wayne photographer Kelsey Martin
@ogkillakels on Instagram

 

Kenneth Robinson – Kreative Memories Photography
Instagram: @mr.kreative
Website
Photo of Kenneth Robinson, owner of Kreative Memories Photography in Fort Wayne
@mr.kreative on Instagram

 

PinkPaisley Creative Design
Facebook
Portrait with confetti, photo by PinkPaisley Creative Design in Fort Wayne

 

Sambria Graham
Instagram: @imagesbystar

 

Sierah Barnhart
Instagram: @cultivatingthe07
Website

 

Tyrell Swain – Swaintography
Facebook
Juneteenth Celebration at Foster Park in Fort Wayne, photo from Tyrell Swain
Photo from the Juneteenth Celebration at Foster Park

 

Vashon Stalling
Instagram: @human_muffin
Portrait taken by Fort Wayne photographer Vashon Stalling

 

William Smith
Instagram: @thatsjustwill
Website
Black and white photo of dad and daughter from Fort Wayne photographer William Smith
@thatsjustwill on Instagram

 

Entertainment:

Fort Wayne Comedy Club
Catch touring comedians in Fort Wayne, and enjoy great food and drinks, at this Black-owned comedy club! Fort Wayne Comedy Club shows take place at 1324 Minnich Rd. in New Haven, just a quick drive from downtown Fort Wayne.

Website and Shows
Facebook | Instagram: @fortwaynecomedyclub

This blog was originally published in June 2020 and has been updated. Last Updated: March 2025

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