Allen, Jay C. (Barkari)

Artist Jay C. Allen (Barkari), hailed from Pittsburgh, embarked on his formal artistic journey during high school. Encountering a painting by Jay C. Bakari, the mastermind behind some of the most sought-after images in the market, is akin to engaging in a conversation between the artist and his cultural heritage. Through his work, Jay articulates the vibrancy, diversity, and profound beauty of African-American culture and history, portraying them as dynamic and essential facets of the human experience.