Meet the Artists 

Jessica Ilatoda, a 32-year-old Manchester-based artist, creates striking portraits using acrylic and charcoal. Her work explores African heritage and identity, celebrating the strength of African women. A self-taught artist, Jessica gained prominence with her 2017 solo exhibition Unmasking at Chuck Gallery.

Damaris Edey is an artist from Manchester, known for her vibrant love of the Black aesthetic. Her emotionally charged portraits celebrate the beauty and power of Black women, using expressive mixed media. Inspired by her Caribbean heritage, Damaris aims to empower others through her art, reflecting life's complexities and possibilities.

Cheb Arts are passionate about sharing the stories we grew up with, cultures, celebrations, lifestyles, memories, food, captured through both face and body paints from African Creatives and Artists from all walks of life, and showcasing their work through our magazine.