Breaking the Chains: Voices of Liberation
This week, let's embark on a thought-provoking journey together. Imagine unraveling a vibrant mosaic, yet within its pieces hides a less...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Mar 2
- 4 min
“Exploring the Dynamic Fusion of Music and Visual Arts: A Vibrant Intersection"
In the colorful tapestry of artistic expressions by the African diaspora, African, African American, and Afro-Caribbean artists have...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Feb 23
- 4 min
"Through the Lens of Art: My Journey as a Visual Artist and Cancer Caregiver"
Fifteen years ago, I learned my wife had breast cancer. On that day, it felt like my world had ended. She had "Stage 1 breast cancer"....
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John Obafemi Jones
- Feb 19
- 5 min
Exploring the Influence of African American Artists on Contemporary Art
Welcome to my blog. Today, I will embark on a journey through the remarkable contributions of African American artists to the...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Jan 28
- 1 min
"Art Collection Care and Display: Essential Tips for Preservation and Aesthetics"
The Ultimate Guide to Art Collection Management - Part 3 Welcome to the final part of our series on art collection management. Here, we...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Jan 27
- 1 min
"Ultimate Guide to Discovering and Buying Art Online: Tips and Strategies"
In this second part of our series on curating your personal art collection, we delve into discovering and purchasing art. Finding Art...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Jan 16
- 1 min
Starting Your Personal Art Collection
Part 1: Welcome to the first installment of a series on curating your personal art collection. Whether you're a seasoned collector or...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Oct 8, 2023
- 2 min
The Dance of Creation: Artists, Observers, and the Power of Perception
Art is a dialogue, an intricate tango between the creator and the observer. Each step, each brushstroke I make as an artist, is met with...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Sep 22, 2023
- 3 min
From Brush Strokes to Life Lessons: My Journey Through Art
Art is more than just a creative outlet; it's a mirror to our soul, reflecting our innermost thoughts, emotions, and experiences. As I...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Sep 11, 2023
- 1 min
Cultivating Self-Compassion
The path toward authenticity can be long and winding. I have discovered that being compassionate and patient with oneself is necessary to...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Sep 3, 2023
- 1 min
"It's we Who Wear the Mask."
“It’s We Who Wear the Mask.” 2023 Mix media 16” x 20” $500.00 The mixed media painting "It is We Who Wear the Mask" is a tribute to the...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Aug 25, 2023
- 2 min
John Obafemi Jones: The Man Behind the Canvas and the Power of Authenticity
As the caribbean sun bursts through my studio window, it catches the gleam of wet paint, bringing my canvases to life in a dance of...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Feb 24, 2023
- 1 min
“Fleeting to the Jordan”
"Fleeting to the Jordan" 2023 John Obafemi Jones 24" X 36" $3000 "I'll meet you in the morning when you reach the promised land on the...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Mar 31, 2022
- 3 min
Revelations
"Revelations" an Exhibition: 17 March - 16 April 2022 24 Company Street, Christiansted St. Croix USVI 00820. Cane Roots Art Gallery Cane...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Nov 18, 2021
- 1 min
How To Purchase Art as a Gift
It's that time of year, and we all are looking for gifts for family and friends. Rather than gifting a mass-produced item, consider...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Nov 4, 2021
- 1 min
"Natural Mystic"
"Natural Mystic" 2021 24"x 30" mix media $1800 There's a natural mystic Blowing through the air If you listen carefully now you will hear...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Oct 24, 2021
- 1 min
"Ellaville Juke"
"Ellaville Juke" 2021 24"x30" Mix Media $3000.00 True art always imparts a deep message as profound and universal as revealed in the most...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Oct 18, 2021
- 1 min
"Learning about an original work of art in your collection"
“Drumming Buddies” 2016 John Obafemi Jones Acrylic on canvas “10 x 20” Sold The most efficient way is to start with a basic Google search...
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John Obafemi Jones
- Oct 10, 2021
- 2 min
Can you clean original paintings safely yourself?
Here are few ways for art collectors can clean their art without using a conservator... *All the methods mentioned below begin by placing...
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