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Brenda Pinkston is a dynamic artist who discovered her
natural gift for transforming visions into expressive art
at an early age. She attributes her creativity to her
Creator and credits her mother for nurturing her artistic
development. As a child, she quickly traded coloring
books for sketchpads, pencils, brushes, and watercolors,
fully immersing herself in the world of art. Her passion
led her to pursue formal training, earning a Bachelor of
Fine Arts degree from The College of New Jersey.
Brenda began her career as a commercial artist, developing fashion ad campaigns for a specialty designer shop, serving as an art editor for a local newspaper, illustrating published children’s books, and later working as a computer programmer and web developer for the State of New Jersey.
Her journey took an unexpected turn when she was involved in two auto accidents that profoundly impacted her life. Facing numerous medical challenges, she developed a deeper connection to art. Through perseverance and multiple surgeries, she transformed her pain into triumph, regaining her ability to draw and paint.
Today, Brenda’s artwork is nationally recognized, adorning homes and institutions across America. Though a New Jersey native, she now creates new works from her art studio gallery in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Group Exhibitions:
The Mint Museum Artist Responses, Charlotte, NC, 2015, 2017, 2025
VAPA, Visual & Performing Arts Center, Charlotte, NC, 2021 - 2025
The College Of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ 2010 Alumni Exhibition
Mercer County Artist 2005, Trenton, NJ
Gallery 125, Trenton, NJ
Delta Fine Art Center Gallery, Winston-Salem, NC, 2018
Nordstrom Art Gallery, Charlotte, NC
Noda@28th Gallery, Charlotte, NC
One Five O Gallery, Charlotte, NC
PinkstonsArt Studio Gallery, Harrisburg, NC
Charlotte, NC
African American Arts and Culture Festival, Downtown Raleigh, NC
October Gallery Art Fest , Philadelphia, Pa
Gregory Art Framing Gallery, Huntersville, NC
Iris Festival, Bordentown, NJ
Communiversity Arts, Princeton, NJ
Brunivette Art Promotions,
Latin/American Art, Trenton, NJ
National Puerto Rican Congress, Atlantic City, NJ
Brenda Pinkston's Biography
THE 2015 WINNER OF
THE BLACK WOMEN IN JAZZ &
THE ARTS AWARDS
Best Black Female
in The Arts - Drawing/
Painting,
www.bwijawards.com
TWO TIME AWARD WINNER
Painting entitled, A Woman
Juried Exhibitions
Mercer County Artist, NJ &
Gallery 125, Trenton, NJ
GRANTS AND AWARDS
1996
The Life Inspiration Award
WIMG 1300, Trenton, NJ
2003
Awarded for team development
of NJ Motor Vehicle
Commission's 1st Website
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Artist Statement
My work captures the essence of the
human experience—our relationships,
interactions, and the emotional
currents they create, both positive
and the uncomfortable. This dynamic
serves as the foundation of my artistic
exploration. I have always been
fascinated by human behavior, particularly those profound moments—big or small—that shape our lives.
In my paintings, I strive for more than storytelling. I aim to reveal the emotions behind the story. Each of us is unique, yet we all navigate a spectrum of emotions deeply tied to our personal journeys. When you stand before my work and allow your eyes to glide across the infinite brushstrokes, you may find the narrative—though from my perspective—feels familiar. It may bring you peace, make you smile, laugh, raise awareness, disrupt patterns, shift perspectives, and contribute to healing social trauma. Ultimately, my goal is to stir emotions that foster personal reflection and social expansion within our communities.
I am drawn to large-scale, expressive paintings that allow my impressionist-influenced style to flow freely, amplifying the emotional depth of each piece. My brushstrokes are like music—soulful, rhythmic movements that electrify the canvas with life and motion.
At the heart of my work is an unapologetic celebration of the African American experience—its love, joy, resilience, and healing, as well as the unique nuances of family life. I am deeply committed to visually preserving and sharing these stories, understanding the power of imagery in defining and honoring cultural identity. My purpose as an artist is clear: I was born to translate this experience onto canvas, ensuring it is seen, felt, and remembered.
