Kenrick Ashland Jobe was born in summit, New Jersey. Kenrick was raised by Martin and
Diana Jobe in South Orange New Jersey, both of which are Guyanese immigrants. Kenrick
moved to Lexington, North Carolina at the age of 12.
Kenrick began drawing at a very young age. When he was a toddler he would make art with his
uncle. From then all Kenrick always had a passion for the arts. He is a formally educated artist,
a graduate from East Carolina University who enjoys drawing, painting and doing digital
artwork. Kenrick has had his art work on display at Davidson County Historical museum,
Lexington City hall building and Sophie’s Cork & Ale wine bar.
Kenrick went on to work on his own business as a freelance illustrator. He has designed
apparel, several book covers, and done artwork for several professional athletes through out
his career. Kenrick enjoys tapping into many different avenues in the art world so subject
matter and medium is important to him. He is a part of the nonprofit Arts Davidson County and
has used his passion for art to improve and inspire his community through the organization.