Margaret Warfield
Primary Discipline -
Painting
Margaret Warfield is an artist, that is inspired by the resilience and dignity of people and the stories they carry. She creates work that invites viewers to pause, reflect, and connect.
My mission is to create art that elevates the extraordinary power of African American women — women who have shaped my life, my community, and the cultural landscape that surrounds us. Since the early 2000’s, my canvases have been a place where their stories rise in color, movement, and spirit. These women are the core of their families and communities, carrying wisdom, love, and resilience that anchor future generations. Through my work, I honor their vibrancy, their strength, and their unwavering connection to both our past and our present. I am committed to portraying them with dignity, brilliance, and truth, ensuring that their presence continues to inspire, uplift, and empower all who encounter my art.
A Few of My Favorites
A Lifelong Practice
Since the early 1980s, my work has centered on creating pieces on canvas, paper, and clay.
Much of my early work drew from childhood memories—
landscapes inspired by the hills of Tennessee—
using oil paints and, at times, pastels.
Over the years, I transitioned to acrylics, drawn to their ability to quickly build rich, vibrant color across the surface.
Evolving Inspiration
In the early 1990s, my work took a new direction.
Through time spent researching African culture in bookstores and libraries, I began creating scenes of African tribesmen and women. During this period, I discovered a deep love for depicting cloth—
flowing fabrics that bring movement, texture, and life to each figure.
The Heart of My Work
The women I paint represent strength at the core of family and community.
They embody wisdom, resilience, and love—
offering a foundation for future generations to stand on.
They are powerful and vibrant, deeply connected to both our past and our present.
Exhibitions & Recognition
My work has been exhibited in galleries and shows across the country, including:
Midtown Atlanta Outdoor Gallery
The Global Art Fair, North Charleston
Callanwolde Fine Art Center
Cultural Arts Center, Douglasville, GA
Art in the Atrium, Morristown, NJ
New York Black Art Show
National Black Fine Art Show, SoHo
Clark Atlanta University & Morehouse College
Harriet Tubman Museum, Macon, GA
Walt Disney World, Lake Buena Vista, FL
311 Gallery, Raleigh, NC
Published & Featured Work
My artwork has appeared on book covers, including:
Mother Africa’s Table – National Council of Negro Women
Women and Gender (psychology textbook)
The Secret to a New Life by Dr. J. Thomas Smith
Roles & Representation
Art Exhibit Curator: SHAG x Piedmont Collaboration, Piedmont Newton Hospital
Art Show Judge: Monroe Walton Center for the Arts (Annual Members Show)
Gallery Representation:
Okeeba Jubalo Gallery (North Charleston, SC)
Just Lookn’ Gallery (Hagerstown, MD)
Southern Heartland Gallery & WildArt Gallery (Covington, GA)