Anstacia Doughty

Bio

Anstacia is a dynamic visual artist whose creative journey bridges acrylic painting, digital art, and large-scale murals. Infused with Afrocentric themes and vibrant, bold colors, their work seeks to celebrate cultural identity and inspire community connection.

Anstacia's contributions to the arts include significant public works such as community utility boxes, community bridges, and businesses in Columbus, West Point, and Starkville, MS.

Within her personal artwork, she prides herself on showcasing the narrative of strength, cultural pride, and authentic emotion.

Anstacia has participated in one group exhibition and has created numerous collections. Her favorite collection is called “Melanin in Motion”, which depicts her time as an Art Teacher displaying the many faces and emotions of her art students.

“My art draws inspiration from the bold storytelling of Kehinde Wiley, the introspective symbolism of Frida Kahlo, and the raw energy of Basquiat. While honoring their influence, I strive to craft a style that is distinctly my own, weaving Afrocentric themes and vibrant colors into every piece.”

Artist Statement

As a dynamic visual artist, I use acrylic painting, digital art, and large-scale murals to tell stories that honor cultural identity, celebrate strength, and inspire authentic connection. My work is deeply rooted in Afrocentric themes and brought to life through vibrant, bold colors that evoke emotion and pride.

Public art has been a cornerstone of my creative journey, allowing me to transform community spaces into sites of beauty and empowerment. My art seeks to reflect the spirit of the communities I serve.

In my personal collections, I strive to weave narratives that resonate with strength and cultural pride. My favorite collection, “Melanin in Motion,” captures the emotions and diversity of my time as an art teacher, celebrating the faces and stories of my students.

Inspired by the bold storytelling of Kehinde Wiley, the introspective symbolism of Frida Kahlo, and the raw energy of Basquiat, I aim to honor their influence while forging a style that is uniquely my own. Each piece I create is an invitation to celebrate identity, engage with untold stories, and connect with the vibrant tapestry of human experience.