detail of large color-blocked painting of a man with tan skin and dark facial hair blowing smoke from his mouth

JANICE WITHERS is an accomplished artist, muralist, and educator from Raleigh whose work explores themes of education, community, and the African American experience. With advanced degrees in both fine art and art education, she brings bold perspective to every brushstroke and believes deeply in the power of public art to inspire thought and connection.

Painting of a woman's face in blue. Her eyes are closed and she has hoop earrings and two braids
Janice Withers stands in front of a mural of a lion in bold colors with the text "In the eyes of a lion, there is only determination and strength"
Large color-blocked painting of a man with tan skin and dark facial hair, wearing a red hoodie, and blowing smoke from his mouth