Jaida Garrison is a Virginia-based artist whose journey into the arts began with a passion for storytelling and a fascination with human connection. Drawing on her experiences and curiosity, she creates portraiture that blends subtle surrealism with a dark, intriguing edge. Her work celebrates individuality, embracing the beauty in both the ordinary and the unconventional, while exploring themes of transformation and identity through diverse media. Her evocative portraits invite viewers to reflect on the interplay between beauty and mystery, challenging perceptions and uncovering the unique narratives within each subject.
In addition to her art practice, Jaida is an actress, model, and art event coordinator, curating monthly gatherings that foster creativity and community.
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Exhibitions
For All Handkind “Triptychs” Group Show 2025
Visual Arts and Design Center of TCC “Renewable Energies” Juried show 2025
Zeke’s Norfolk solo exhibition 2024
Commune Group Exhibition 2024
Ava Galerie Group Exhibition 2024
CAN Fest Summer Mural Exhibition 2024
For All Handkind- “Myths and Legends: The Stories We Told Ourselves”- Group Exhibition 2024
“Losing Genesis” play at Z Theater (Acting and art on display in show)
Zeke’s Norfolk- Solo Exhibition 2023
Utopia Feni- Solo Exhibition 2023
For All Handkind- “Traces/Ghosts/Risiduals” Group Exhibition 2023
Visual Arts and Design Center of TCC- “ A Look Within” Opening Group Exhibition 2023
Virginia MOCA- Open Call 2023
Assembly Norfolk- “Cantemporaries Auction” Group Exhibition 2023
Contemporary Arts Network- Group Exhibition 2023
Elevation Brewery- Solo Exhibition 2022
Zeke’s Norfolk- Solo Exhibition 2022
Art Institute- Group Exhibition 2022
Virginia MOCA- Open Call 2022
Permanent Collections
Pure Lagos Gallery 2024
Community
Curator for monthly Artist Show and Tell at Pure Lagos Gallery (May 2024-Present)
Workshops
Contemporary Arts Network Workshop 2023
Contemporary Arts Network Workshop 2024
Contemporary Arts Network Workshop 2025
Press
Living 757 Broadcast 2024