Bio

Waleed Johnson is a 2015 graduate of the University of Notre Dame Dual Degree program. Waleed graduated with a BS in Computer Engineering, a BA in Studio Art and was selected as a 2015 Reilly Scholar, which is a special honor given to exemplary dual degree students at Notre Dame. Waleed's concentration for his BA was painting. At Notre Dame Waleed received the 2015 Barbara H. Roche Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Painting as well as the Mabel L. Mountain Painting Prize.

Waleed is a native Detroiter who is passionate about his city. After graduation Waleed returned to Detroit, which is where he lives and creates. Waleed’s work has been published in the International Review of African American Art. His work has been featured at various galleries including The Saginaw Art Museum, Gallery Guichard in Chicago and Cass Cafe in Detroit. Waleed’s work has been purchased by various collectors including George N’Namdi of the N’Namdi Center for Contemporary Art in Detroit.