← Summer City IdyllRepresented by AGI Fine Art

Karl Wilkes

Painting · Columbia, South Carolina

Karl Wilkes is recognized as an internationally renowned arts award-winning accomplished artist and educator whose work is deeply rooted in his African American heritage. With a Master of Arts from Clemson University, Wilkes excels in painting, fine arts, and teaching. As a curator and studio artist based in Columbia, South Carolina, he creates evocative pieces using watercolors, pen, ink, acrylics, oils, and metalwork. His art combines reality with spiritual and mystical elements, drawing on African and Christian symbols. Wilkes is dedicated to making a difference with his gift, aiming to educate and empower society. Through his commitment to arts education, with works in a plethora of galleries and museums including the National Black Archives he is passionate about mentoring young artists and supporting historically Black colleges and universities nationwide promoting diversity. Wilkes strives to leave a lasting fingerprint on the world.

Works at the fair

4 Tenths of a Second (Mathew Robinson Ballad), 2022
4 Tenths of a Second (Mathew Robinson Ballad), 2022
Oil on canvas
24″ x 36″

Interested in Karl Wilkes’s work?

Send us a note and we will come back with availability, sizes and pricing. You can also email sales@agifineart.com directly.

Would You Like to Exhibit?

Interested in showing your work in one of our future exhibitions?
Learn more about how to apply.

Learn More
530 W 25th Street, New York, NY 10001
EXPLORE
FOLLOW
THE AGI NEWSLETTER
New advice and open calls

A few times a year. Unsubscribe anytime.

© 1984–2026 Agora Gallery Inc DBA AGI Fine Art, All Rights ReservedPrivacy PolicyTerms of Use