Beyond Boundaries:

Ms. Dawkins is a Jamaican born, South Florida based multidisciplinary visual artist and author. This collection of charcoal, pastel, and mixed-media portraits celebrates the stories that connect us across generations, cultures, and experiences. Featuring cultural icons, childhood moments, beloved companions, and everyday people, each work explores identity, resilience, imagination, and the beauty of human connection. Through expressive realism and layered mark-making, Shanique Dawkins seeks to capture more than a likeness—revealing the emotions, memories, and experiences that shape who we are. Together, these portraits invite viewers to reflect on legacy, belonging, and the moments that leave a lasting imprint on our lives.

All Ages