Charly Palmer

Charly’s work, Charlie Finding Charlie / Us Finding Us, explores identity, memory, and self-discovery. Through his layered, expressive canvases, he reveals how personal searching becomes collective — reminding us that in finding ourselves, we also find one another.

ADAPTING: CHARLIE FINDING CHARLIE / US FINDING US


Charly Palmer is known for saying “Art should change the temperature in a room and is a renowned award-winning fine artist and illustrator known for his compelling artwork that reflects African ancestry and contemporary experiences. Through his paintings, Palmer creates rhythmic visual narratives that challenge viewers' perceptions. His innate ability to capture the nuances of Blackness is expressed through rich depth, intricate patterns, symbols, and textures. Notable achievements include designing the Black Heritage Stamp honoring Judge Constance Baker Motley, creating the album cover for John Legend's "Bigger Love," and illustrating the cover for TIME Magazine's "America Must Change." He also co-authored the award-winning "New Brownies Book: A Love Letter To Black Families."

A SINGULAR TALENT

"I put all my focus, energy and love into us.I’m an extremist when it comes to the love of Black people.”