Andrae Green is a contemporary artist whose oeuvre is marked by a nuanced exploration of cultural and historical ideologies. Through his paintings, Green seeks to unearth liminal feelings of vulnerability, hope, and desire, often drawing on human experience and the collective unconscious.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Green's artistic sensibilities were shaped by the comic books of Marvel and DC, the only accessible sources of art in the impoverished ghetto where he grew up. Economic hardship and social upheaval, compounded by the threat of violence, led Green to take refuge in art, school, and church. This sparked a deep inner world that he explored by creating comic characters that embodied the hope and freedom he yearned for.

In 2000, Green enrolled at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, where he flourished in the artistically rich environment. Among the seminal experiences that informed his work was his encounter with Barrington Watson's "Fishing Village" at the National Gallery of Jamaica, which served as inspiration for his current diver series. Upon graduating, Green was recognized as the "most promising student" of the Art School, and in 2005 he was invited to be a part of the "Curators Eye" exhibition at the National Gallery of Jamaica, curated by art writer and critic Eddie Chambers.

In 2006, after a year working as a full-time artist in Jamaica, Green was awarded the "Chase Prize by the Jamaican government" to attend the New York Academy of Art, where he earned his MFA in painting. While in New York, he met Vincent Disederio, who became a lifelong friend and mentor. After concluding his studies, Green spent an additional year in New York to further absorb the city's creative energy, where he met his wife Priya N Green.

Returning to Jamaica, Green re-immersed himself in the Kingston art scene, while teaching part-time at the University of Technology's fledgling Centre For The Arts. In 2010, he was invited to participate in the National Gallery of Jamaica's "Biennial IV," and the following year, he represented Jamaica in the inaugural "Beijing Biennale."

Out of his reflection on his life and experiences in NYC came the M-E-T-A series, which explored the construction and psychology of the Black Jamaican male identity. Green used himself and his brother as protagonists in the series, which sparked an ontological narrative within and between the works. The series also showcased his interest in pop culture (comic books and illustrations) and the influence of Francis Bacon.

In 2012, Green and Priya became the "Greens," and a new art journey began in Massachusetts, three hours from New York City. There, Green concluded the META series with the large paintings "Obsolescence and Acquiescence," and embarked on a new body of work called "the IN BETWEEN/ LIMINALITY - I Never Want To Go Too Far From Home." The "LIMINALITY" series, created between 2015 and 2020, marked a significant departure from his previous work that dealt with race and identity. The subjects of these paintings varied far and wide, from hip-hop music and pop culture, Dante's Divine Comedy, and Quantum Physics. Through these works, Green sought to understand the profound changes that were happening in his life and the world around him, reflecting his new reality as a father, husband, homeowner, and immigrant.

Green's current series "Divers" is a poignant exploration of hope and resilience in a world plagued by uncertainty. The series was inspired by a profound desire to be someone his firstborn son, Judah, could be proud of. The birth of his son made the question of how to create a better world all the more urgent. In "Divers," Green engages in a circular conversation between himself, his deceased father, and his young son. Through his work, he hopes to have conversations with his dad that he never did and leave notes for life lessons that will guide and inspire his son. The series is set in reimagined seascapes of Jamaica's Kingston harbor, where his formative memory serves as a metaphor for overcoming life's challenges. Through this work, Green seeks to explore the complex relationships that come with being part of a family and the importance of passing down knowledge and experience from one generation to the next.

Green's artistic achievements are numerous and noteworthy. In 2017, his painting "Acquiescence" was acquired by The National Museum of China in Beijing. In 2019, he was an artist in residence at Experience Jamaique in Geneva. His other notable achievements include winning awards, being featured in magazines, creating public art murals, and participating in group exhibitions at renowned institutions such as the Maddox Gallery Los Angeles, the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, The Steffan Thomas Museum of Art, "We Are For Freedoms" at University Museum of Contemporary Art at UMass Amherst, and the 2020 Vision exhibition at the Southampton Arts Center, which was co-presented by the Flag Art Foundation and the New York Academy of Art. Green currently resides in Western Massachusetts with his wife Priya N Green and their three children, continuing to create thought-provoking works that explore the complexities of the human experience.