BUTTER 2025 | JAKIA MARCH

Jakia Monique March (Los Angeles, CA) is a dynamic artist, designer, and community builder whose creative journey began in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. A true wanderer, Jakia's global explorations—from Philadelphia to Harlem, Brooklyn to Cuba to Paris and back again — have profoundly shaped her artistic vision, fostering a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and identity. Embracing the esoteric, Jakia translates her insights into abstract paintings that replace recognizable figures with rich tapestries of mood, moment, and inner experience. Her artistic prowess extends to fashion design, volunteer art instruction, and freelance fashion design, empowering individuals to realize their visions.