Artist Bio

Kim Thompson is a Nottingham-based artist of Black Caribbean heritage, working often in painting and digital illustration. Her work draws inspiration from her Jamaican and British identities, exploring intergenerational connections and the significance of Black Britons to British society, culture and beyond. Through a fusion of oral histories, community engagement, and portraiture, Thompson aims to amplify the voices of marginalised communities, presenting a more authentic and multifaceted portrayal of their lived experiences, with a focus on celebration and joy.