Quincy Ray is an illustrator from Columbus, Ohio who currently lives and creates in Los Angeles, California. Quincy creates simple yet powerful portraits of popular Black icons in an eye-catching style, unlike any other.
Growing up, Quincy’s family was big into Gospel music. As a result, he has a deep love for funk soul and R&B, which heavily influences his work.
Quincy’s artistic style is minimalist, yet dynamic.
Simple shapes, crisp colors, and bold brushstrokes come together in minimalist portraits of prominent Black icons, celebrities, and musicians.
Geometric shapes artfully drawn over the subject’s portrait portray intense emotion.
His artwork captures the essence of the subject in a way that feels triumphant and celebratory.
Which is insanely difficult, especially in a minimalist style. But Quincy makes this feat look effortless.
Motivated by design and creativity, Quincy works as an illustrator for many large brands.
He creates imagery of iconic 80s, 90s, and current Hip Hop and R&B stars that is sold on apparel and accessories.
Notably, Quincy is working on a project with the Walt Disney Company to incorporate his unique style into an upcoming group of Disney characters.
Quincy’s dedication to presenting Black culture with a twist on classic Americana style is creating more equal representation in mainstream illustration and animation.