Jeneen Poole Fine Art

I am a Houston-based artist. I create Black art that tells stories. My paintings beautifully showcase our people in movement, in joy, and in strength through oil, acrylic, and mixed media, moving between realism and abstraction. My book paintings honor the banned books and the voices they tried to silence. I paint from my heart. With no formal training, I blend realism and impressionism with the richness of African American culture, building layered, textured work in bold, expressive color. Growing up in Chicago shaped how I see the world, and each painting is a lesson in history, love, and beauty. What makes my work special is that it doesn't sit in one lane. I explore, I challenge myself with what doesn't come easy, and I let the story lead, whether it's a portrait, a bookshelf, or an abstract. Each work is intended to bridge the gaps and form connections through sparking conversations. Art isn't meant to just be pretty. It is to record life as I see it and foster connection with the past, present, and future of our society. With my art I hope to inspire the viewer to ask questions, to explore new ideas, and to travel to new places, both mentally and physically. I returned to creating during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 by building outdoor wood furniture and decorations. After a back injury impacted my ability to build furniture, I needed to find a way to create and express myself, so I took up painting. I have been selling my work since January 2025.