Rashid Johnson

Rashid Johnson (born 1977) is an American artist who produces conceptual post-black art. Johnson first received critical attention in 2001 at the age of 24, when his work was included in Freestyle (2001) curated by Thelma Golden at the Studio Museum in Harlem. He studied at Columbia College Chicago and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and his work has been exhibited around the world.

This article is about the artist. For the inmate and social activist, see Kevin Rashid Johnson.

Rashid Johnson
Johnson in 2008
Born1977
Illinois, US
EducationColumbia College Chicago
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
OccupationArtist
Years active1996-present
SpouseSheree Hovsepian
Children1
RelativesChaka Patterson

Johnson is known for several bodies of work in different media, including photographic works; airbrush paintings on mirrored tile; his "Bruise Paintings" and "Surrender Paintings" series, . In addition to photography, Johnson makes audio installations, video, and sculpture. Johnson is known for both his unusual artistic productions and for his process of combining various aspects of science with black history.

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