JP Jermaine Powell—Leadership Reimagined: Share Your Journey
Leadership Reimagined encapsulates the journey of JP Jermaine Powell as artist in residence at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Throughout the exhibition he reflects on and pays tribute to the remarkable work of NCMA staff, critically acclaimed artists, and everyday heroes who have dedicated themselves to making the local art scene vibrant and productive.
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The show is a celebration of human resilience and what the artist refers to as “postpandemic leadership.” It showcases how members of both the local and global art communities discovered new ways to create, innovate, and lead during a challenging time in human history.
Powell intentionally chose individuals who may not fit conventional definitions of leadership but whose stories of resilience and dedication inspire others. These people continue to grow, invest in themselves and others, share ideas, promote collaboration, and embrace adversity as a catalyst for success. He invites visitors to see themselves as part of a collective history being built by the leaders in all of us.
Organized by the North Carolina Museum of Art. Support is made possible, in part, by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources; the North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation, Inc.; and the William R. Kenan Jr. Endowment for Educational Exhibitions. Research for this exhibition was made possible by Ann and Jim Goodnight/The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Fund for Curatorial and Conservation Research and Travel.

JP Jermaine Powell, Crown II: The Law of Kindness – Spirit of Ecstasy (Triptych), Portrait of Sanje James, Local Artist and Photographer, 2024, acrylic, gold leaf, metal, jewels, dried flowers, and paper on canvas, H. 60 × W. 96 × D. 2 1/4 in., Courtesy of the artist; © 2024 JP Jermaine Powell