About Me
Sharron Jernigan
Baltimore-Based Multidisciplinary Artist & Founder of JFA Studio, LLC
Creating art has always been an innate passion for Sharron Jernigan. As a Baltimore native, she channels her innermost thoughts, emotions, and cultural narratives into a vibrant and diverse tapestry of visual expressions. Her journey as an artist spans multiple mediums—including acrylic painting, sculpture, and pottery—each serving as a powerful vehicle for her storytelling, personal exploration, and cultural advocacy.
Artistic Style & Themes
Sharron’s acrylic paintings are celebrated for their bold colors, dynamic compositions, and expressive qualities. She employs a wide range of techniques—from impressionistic brushwork to layered glazes—that imbue her works with energy, depth, and emotional resonance. Her paintings often explore themes of identity, resilience, cultural heritage, and empowerment, engaging viewers in a profound dialogue that invites reflection on shared histories and personal journeys.
In sculpture, Sharron is known for her fearless experimentation with clay. Her three-dimensional works range from abstract forms that evoke movement and emotion to figurative pieces that explore personal and collective narratives. Her sculptures serve as powerful symbols of community strength, transformation, and cultural pride.
Her ceramics and pottery work blend traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics, highlighting intricate surface textures, symbolic motifs, and functional craftsmanship. Her ceramics not only celebrate artistry but also incorporate cultural storytelling, making each piece a meaningful fusion of utility and artistic expression.
Educational Background & Beginnings
Sharron’s formal art education began at the prestigious Baltimore School for the Arts (BSA), from which she graduated in 1984. Her earliest artistic experiences included attending her first formal drawing class at MICA in Baltimore at around age 11, and earning a Mayor’s Citation for a painting displayed in City Hall during middle school.
After high school, she continued her studies at MICA’s continuing education program, but soon realized that she did not want to pursue a career as a “starving artist.” She then enrolled at Coppin State College before transferring to the University of Baltimore, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, minor in Human Resources Management, and nearly completed a Master’s in Public Administration focusing on Public Policy.
Personal Journey & Creative Evolution
Originally aspiring to become a dermatologist and business owner, Sharron’s dreams shifted profoundly after personal tragedy in her family. Throughout her life, the arts served as her sanctuary—an escape and a source of healing. Her early loves included clay, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, and painting.
In her personal life, Sharron’s passion for mentoring emerged through her work tutoring BSA students in drawing, often in exchange for fitness training sessions with their parents. This nurturing spirit eventually led her to establish Pride Novelties, LLC in 2014—creating and selling handmade jewelry. By 2018, she rebranded her business as JFA Studio, LLC, offering a broad array of creative services such as drawing and painting lessons, paint parties, equipment rental, custom apparel, and more.
Advocacy & Philosophy
Beyond her art, Sharron is committed to raising awareness about mental health and violence against women. Her belief is that everyone has an inner artist waiting to be awakened—they just need a little encouragement and guidance to tap into their creative potential.
Personal Life & Passions
When she isn’t creating or inspiring others, Sharron enjoys spending quality time with good company, indulging in delicious food, dancing, and embracing life’s joyful moments.
Sharron can be reached by email at jfastudiollc@gmail.com or http://jfa-studios.com.