Early Life and Education
As a child of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Nashormeh Lindo was raised in a culturally diverse household surrounded by art and intellectual pursuits. She showed early interest in art, history, and storytelling, which became the foundation of her career.
Nashormeh pursued her passion for art at Pennsylvania State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Understanding the importance of education and leadership in the arts, she later earned a Master of Science in museum leadership from Bank Street College of Education.
Nashormeh Lindo’s Career in Art and Education
Nashormeh started in community engagement as an arts and crafts specialist. She also worked with young people in Philadelphia public schools teaching art. A commitment to art education netted her a prestigious fellowship in arts management from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.
Her fellowship experience led to a role as coordinator of community services at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Following her time in Baltimore, Nashormeh was appointed manager of educational programs at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, part of the New York Public Library system. That role combined her interest in history and art with educational projects.
As a mixed-media artist, Nashormeh Lindo is influenced by personal narratives, history and nature. Her creative process incorporates painting, digital photography, printmaking, and collage, utilizing various materials such as wood, metal, and textiles. She has displayed her work nationally and internationally.
Besides her creative endeavors, Neshormeh Lindo taught African American Art History as an adjunct instructor at City College of San Francisco. She has also served as a lecturer and exhibition program consultant for esteemed institutions such as the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Oakland Museum of California.
Leadership and Advocacy
In addition to her artistic and educational work, Nashormeh Lindo has been active in arts advocacy. She served on the California Arts Council for seven years, becoming the first African American woman to hold the position of council chair.
She has also published essays on Black American art, history, and culture. Poetry is another component of Neshormeh Lindo’s creative work, often integrated into her visual art to add layers of meaning and depth.
Neshormeh Lindo’s Family and Personal Life
Nashormeh is married to award-winning actor Delroy Lindo. Delroy is known for his powerful performances in films such as “Malcolm X,” “Clockers,” and “Da 5 Bloods.” The couple shares a son, Damiri Lindo. Despite their busy professional lives, they have maintained a strong and supportive family dynamic, rooted in a shared appreciation for art and culture.
