P. Muzi Branch

Philip Muzi Branch, a Native of Richmond, Virginia, received both his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and his Master of Art Education degree from Virginia Commonwealth University. His award winning paintings have been exhibited at The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, PANAFEST, Ghana, West Africa, The Banneker Douglass Museum, Annapolis, Maryland and The Daura Gallery. His work is included in the collections of Truist Bank, Richmond Community Hospital, Lynchburg College, The African American Museum of Dallas, VCU Health, and First Market Bank.

While participating in the Virginia Commission for the Arts “Artists in Education" Program, Branch completed over 20 mural-painting residencies in public schools. He has taught at Virginia Union University, Saint Paul's College and Virginia State University. He recently retired after 18 years of service as Director of Arts in Healthcare at VCU Health System in Richmond.

Philip, also known as Muzi, is an accomplished bassist and song writer. He performs with the internationally acclaimed musical group, Plunky and Oneness.  

As an African American visual artist, I create images that illustrate the essence of my culture. Through my artwork I illuminate the past, acknowledge the present and make statements regarding my hopes for the future. My artworks continue to develop and progress as I continue the soulful creative expression and unique aesthetic of my distinctive people.

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United States