Artist Bio & Statement
Preston Mitchell
Preston Mitchell is a visual artist and painter whose work explores identity, emotional grounding, and self-worth through Afrocentric imagery, cultural symbolism, and expressive portraiture. Rooted in painting, his practice centers on creating figures and visual narratives that reflect heritage, resilience, and emotional presence.
A defining element of his work is the Earth Motherland series — a recurring visual embodiment of protection, ancestry, and cultural grounding. Through this body of work, Mitchell creates imagery designed to help viewers see themselves reflected, reconnect with their inner child, and experience art as a space for affirmation and emotional clarity.
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant, boundary-pushing culture of the 1980s and 1990s, he creates immersive worlds that invites viewers to explore new ideas, emotions, and perspectives.
His work positions art not simply as decoration, but as a mirror and a moment of stillness, a visual way to process identity, memory, and belonging through visual language that feels both personal and collective. Across painting, illustration, and coloring, Mitchell continues to build a practice centered on representation, healing, and the transformative power of culturally grounded art.
At just 33 years old, Preston has spent over a decade collaborating with top-tier brands, artists, and designers earning a reputation for seamlessly blending commercial success with uncompromising artistic integrity. His work is defined by bold color, striking symbolism, and innovative concepts that reflect a world seen through the eyes of a true visual poet.
"I’m more than an artist! I’m a living, visionary creator, driven not only to produce original art but to inspire the everyday person and art enthusiasts alike. Each painting and conceptual illustration opens a universe of imagination, where every piece tells a story and every color has it's own feeling,"
“Do what you love, love what you do.”
❤︎ PM
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