About me

Lionel Joseph Daniels is a Washington, D.C.–based fine artist and muralist whose vibrant, mixed media work explores the intersections of Black history, spirituality, and speculative futures. A graduate of Morehouse College, Lionel’s practice reimagines sacred iconography and everyday moments through bold color, layered textures, and a deep reverence for cultural storytelling. His work invites viewers into intimate, complex narratives that celebrate Black identity, challenge systemic erasure, and envision new possibilities for Black life.

He has received multiple Arts & Humanities Fellowships from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities and has exhibited at institutions including Touchstone Gallery and the Shakespeare Theatre Company. Lionel’s murals—commissioned by schools, churches, and cultural centers—serve as vibrant testaments to collective memory and hope. His work lives in public collections across the country, including Morehouse College, Spelman College, and various educational institutions, amplifying his belief that art should not only be seen, but deeply felt and shared.