Nicole Eboni, scholar who has attained intellectual mastery in her field, specializing in research, archives and collections, art historian expertise in the history of art and the evolution of visual arts sector & art handler working in coordination with registrars, collection managers, conservator-restorers, exhibition designers, among others, to ensure that objects are safely handled and cared for.
Her arts profession has been dedicated to the preservation, interpretation, and presentation of historically significant artworks across museums, galleries, and private collections. With a foundation in studio art and extensive experience in the fine arts field, Nicole bridges research and material practice to create meaningful connections between artworks and audiences.
Nicole holds a Bachelor in Fine Arts with a concentration in Drawing and Design from Old Dominion University, and a Masters of Art, in Art History and Visual Culture from Lindenwood University. Her background in studio arts informs her curatorial eye and deepens her understanding of materiality, spatial design, and visual communication.
Professionally, Nicole has worked across multiple departments in museums and galleries, including collections, archives, exhibition design, and art handling. She has contributed to the production and installation of art fairs, gallery shows, and museum exhibitions, gaining hands-on experience in procurement, registrar duties, and liaising with artists, lenders, and institutions.
Her academic research focuses on portraiture and figurative art within the Black American experience, with a particular emphasis on the Civil Rights era and the Black Arts Movement. Nicole’s scholarship examines how artists such as Faith Ringgold, Betye Saar, Joyce Scott, Barkley Hendricks, and Benny Andrews used portraiture as a tool for political expression, identity formation, and historical record. Nicole draws direct connections between this legacy and the work of contemporary artists like Kara Walker, Simone Leigh, and Amy Sherald, whose representations of Black bodies continue to challenge and expand the visual narratives found in mainstream art history.
Through her work, Nicole aims to elevate the visibility of Black artists and foster critical dialogue around representation, embodiment, and cultural memory in art. Her research and practice are committed to reshaping how institutions and audiences engage with Black portraiture — not just as art objects, but as living records of resilience, resistance, and everyday life.