2007 Poster Artist

Doyle Cloyd

Doyle William Cloyd, a native of Chicago, Illinois' west side, has been a resident of Atlanta, Georgia for over 13 years. Dolye studied at the Atlanta College of Art, and the American College of Art, and has parlayed that education into working in multiple mediums: oil, acrylics, pastels, watercolors, airbrush, clay sculpting, and ceramics.

Dolye’s work has been exhibited at the LV Gallery, Apex Museum, Studioplex Museum, Douglasville Culture Arts Center, and the National Black Arts Festival. In addition to having works shown in various locations, Doyle has received awards from the Fulton County Arts Program, the Fel-pro Art Award and the Forest Park Township Art Award.

Doyle finds inspiration in his family roots. One of his more notable works, "The Sunflower Sista" was inspired by an 80-year-old photograph of his grandmother, Martina McCain, standing in a field of sunflowers as a child.

In his art, Doyle captures reflections of urban life and afro-centricity with a distinguished style and a broad range of images. By exploring his creativity, he has developed a unique style of abstractions with tremendous depth and presence. The 'Art of Doyle' is essentially a culmination of style, grace, and soul.