Dea Jenkins
I am an interdisciplinary creative working at the intersections of art, faith, and healing. I share my love of making through interactive installations, workshop facilitation, and social entrepreneurship.
About
Dea Jenkins is an interdisciplinary creative, and founder of Ethos of Care and Dea Studios. Dea is an award winning artist originally from Houston, Texas. Dea's art practice spans multiple fields, including visual art, performance, and film. She has exhibited nationally and internationally, and is currently developing multiple multimedia projects. Past collaborations include Duke Seminary, Fuller Seminary, and Alabaster Co.
As the recipient of three fellowships and multiple artist grants, Dea has fused her art practice with a deep love for research. She has a dual master's degree from Fuller Seminary with an emphasis in Theology and the Arts.
In addition to her art practice, Dea is also an entrepreneur and an independent curator. Her love for creating expands beyond her individual practice to include crafting spaces for others to explore their own creative journeys.
As the recipient of three fellowships and multiple artist grants, Dea has fused her art practice with a deep love for research. She has a dual master's degree from Fuller Seminary with an emphasis in Theology and the Arts.
In addition to her art practice, Dea is also an entrepreneur and an independent curator. Her love for creating expands beyond her individual practice to include crafting spaces for others to explore their own creative journeys.
Exhibitions
A curated selection of national and international exhibitions featuring art work and performances.
Black in Place | Angels Gate Cultural Center
Visual Poetry | Sacramento Poetry Center
Abundance & Decay | Bridge House Gallery
Blk Halos | 509
Artists in Residence | Irenic Projects
Uneven Paving Stones | The Green Gallery
Awards
& Recognitions
Recipient of multiple awards and fellowships for creativity and leadership.
Seeds Fellowship | Luther Seminary
Cultural Fellowship | The Martin Institute
Fujimura Fellowship | Makoto Fujimura
Frederick Buechner Award for Writing
La Macini di San Cresci Artist Residency
