SHARIF MUHAMMAD

Sharif Muhammad holds a BA in Graphic Design and has been a teacher in Boston since 2002. In 2011, he picked up a paintbrush for the first time in an oil painting class and realized that he never wanted to put it down! Since then, he has enjoyed exploring his abilities and testing his limits. While he practices many different styles and mediums with a variety of subjects, creating portraits that spark emotions is his primary interest.

Website: sharifmuhammad.com

Instagram: @sharif_the_artist

ARTIST Q&A

Born: Brockton, MA
Currently lives: Jamaica Plain, MA

Title of artwork: In My Feelings

What’s it about? I wanted to push back on one dimensional portrayal of black men in the media, in hip-hop, in the black community and in society. I wanted to paint a portrait of a black man who was emotionally vulnerable. This is a reminder that black men don’t all think the same, feel the same, or love the same.

Where else can we find your work? The best way to follow me is on Instagram. My Kids series will be in JP Licks at Legacy Place in November and December 2019.

Where is your favorite public art piece in the area? Commanda by Shepard Fairey (at Northeastern University)

What would your last meal be? Ribeye Steak

Go-to karaoke song? This Woman’s Work by Maxwell

Favorite place for a drink in Allston? I don’t really drink in Allston!

Top fall bucket list item? Apple Crisp

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