Meet the Artist
B. Curtis Grayson, III, has had the desire to be an artist at an early age. Whether it was drawing with his first crayon or watching his favorite TV sitcom “Good Times” as J.J. (Jimmy Walker) created masterpieces on his easel. He later learned that all the artwork shown was from The Ernie Barnes’ Collection. His demand for education in the arts continued. With his undying faith in God, Grayson has been Blessed to realize his dream. With his desire and talents, he is definitely one of the most inspiring and up and coming artist today.
One of Grayson’s most celebrated series of work is his “Revelations Series”, a dedication to Alvin Ailey’s signature dance piece.
One of the pieces in the collection entitled, “Dance of August” can be seen in the HBO production of Terri McMillan’s novel Disappearing Acts, starring Sanaa Lathan and Wesley Snipes, which premiered December 2000. Just Recently Grayson’s work was commissioned for the McDonald’s 365 Black History poster to salute Black Media Legends. Poster was distributed throughout the tri-state area. In 2013 Grayson’s artwork was selected to be featured in the highly anticipated “BEST MAN 2” the follow up sequel from Director Malcom Lee with his original supporting cast. Nia Long, Morris Chestnut,
He works with oils, acrylics, watercolors, collage and other mixed mediums. He uses bold, brilliant and bright hues, which display power and energy with each brush stroke. His paintings are filled with strong emotion and feeling.