About
Natalie V. Grant is an African American artist from Brooklyn, NY. In 2020, she received her BFA in Photography & Video from the School of Visual Arts. She works primarily in photography and is a self-taught illustrator and textile artist. Grant’s work is informed by her passion for raising awareness of stereotypes and injustice within the black community. Her work can be described as personal and meaningful. She cares deeply about this because she believes it’s important for everyone to come together as a society.
Throughout college, Grant worked on perfecting her “In Hair We Trust” series. She turned this project into an installation and was featured at the SVA Mentor Show at SVA Chelsea Gallery. In addition, in 2021, she planned and curated her first solo show, “Beyond Our Skin.” The show was dedicated to the Black Live Matter Movement and took place during Juneteenth weekend. Located in Brooklyn, NY, at Stratosphere Studios.
In 2023, Grant curated her first group exhibition. She use "Beyond Our Skin" as an art project to give black artists the opportunity to showcase their artwork, while bringing the community together. In celebration of Juneteenth and Black culture. This show featured the work of 6 artist including her self. Taking place at Thames Art Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Currently, she works at Fashionphile as an eCommerce photographer, shooting high-quality luxury items. Outside of work, Grant's goal is to remind African Americans of their worth. At the same time, stressing to her viewers the importance of equality.
