From the vibrant streets of Philadelphia, Nick Jenkins, who creates under the moniker Iconnick, is a self-taught artist whose lens and artistic vision are dedicated to illuminating the narratives of Black joy and success. Working across photography, printmaking, and digital art, Iconnick finds inspiration in the everyday beauty of life, transforming fleeting moments into profound visual stories. His unwavering commitment to education deeply informs his artistic practice; as a respected teaching artist, mentor, and coach, and a former K-12 and adult educator, he understands the power of guidance and shared experience. Iconnick's art is more than just an image; it's a meticulously crafted chronicle, an enduring testament to the triumphs and rich tapestry of Black life.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Philadelphia Fashion Week Phila, PA - 2012, 2015. 2016, and 2022
Gusa International Music Festival, York PA- 2018
Philadelphia Mummers Parade, Phila, PA - 2015-17
Secure World, Phila, PA - 2017
Retail's Big Show Jacob Javits Center NY - 2017
10th Annual MLK GALA, Phila, PA 2107
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Philadelphia Fashion Week Phila, PA - 2012, 2015. 2016, and 2022
Gusa International Music Festival, York PA- 2018
Philadelphia Mummers Parade, Phila, PA - 2015-17
Secure World, Phila, PA - 2017
Retail's Big Show Jacob Javits Center NY - 2017
10th Annual MLK GALA, Phila, PA 2107
COMMISSIONED WORK
Penn State Medical Center, Hempstead, Pennsylvania
Penn State Medical Center Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Photographs Commissioned by Ophiela Chamliss's NW York Mural Project
Portrait Photography Commissioned by Lexus Gore
Portrait Photography commissioned by Cheryl Handy, Handy Concepts
Exhibitions
2019 Art & Sound Gallery, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2019 Arthur Hufnagel Public Library of Glen Rock. Pennsylvania
2024 TILT Institute for Contemporary Photography Members Spotlight
2024 Art and Sound Alumni Reunion
Festivals
2024 Mount Airy Art Festival
2023 20 20/20 Photo Festival
2024 Lancaster Avenue Music and Art Festival