Ebony Sharrieff is a multidisciplinary Black American artist born and raised on Chicago’s South Side in Harvey, Illinois. A wife, mother, designer, urban farmer, spiritual reader, mentor, community leader, and business owner, she made the intentional decision to plant her roots in Gary, Indiana—committing her life and work to community restoration and cultural healing.

Grounded in the belief that we must embody the change we wish to see, Ebony has worked alongside grassroots organizations such as The People’s Lobby and Southsiders Organized for Unity and Liberation (S.O.U.L.), supporting local and national efforts that advocate for justice, equity, and empowerment within marginalized communities.

Ebony’s artistic journey began as a path toward personal healing. Raised in a single-parent household, she endured significant life challenges throughout her adolescence and adulthood, including emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, the loss of her first-born child, divorce, environmental trauma, depression, and PTSD. In the midst of navigating these experiences, she turned to painting as a transformative outlet teaching herself to create as a way to process, release, and reframe her pain into purpose.

What began as survival evolved into calling.

Through bold visual storytelling, Ebony channels both personal and collective energy into her work. Her art explores themes of resilience, spiritual alignment, environmental awareness, ancestral healing, and the reclamation of identity. Each piece serves as both reflection and invitation—encouraging viewers to confront, honor, and transmute their lived experiences into empowered self-expression.

Ebony believes that creative expression is a sacred tool for awakening. Her purpose is to inspire others to align with their own unique spirit, guided by their life experiences, intuition, and inner truth.

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At The Phoenix Enhancing The Spirit LLC, Ebony Sharrieff is very passionate about helping people unleash their own inner creativity. Her mission is to provide beautiful works of art and meaningful experiences that will leave a lasting impression on her clients. Whether you're looking for a special piece for your home, a unique gift for your loved one, or a custom bold statement piece for your business, Ebony is here to help! Her artwork is created with the utmost care and consideration for her clients. Ebony is always striving for new and innovative ways to help others enhance their own unique space and spirit.

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