Ayana Benjamin is a self-taught artist born in Brooklyn, New York, and the creative force behind Ayana B. Joy, a multidisciplinary brand rooted in glass jewelry, fiber art, and hand lettering. With deep ties to her Grenadian heritage, Ayana’s work draws inspiration from island culture, indigenous traditions, and the natural beauty of the Caribbean. Her designs often reflect oceanic elements, tropical motifs, and a profound love for storytelling through craft.
In Spring 2023, Ayana completed the Bead Project at UrbanGlass, a pivotal experience that expanded her practice into sustainable glasswork. She began exploring sandblasting as a design technique and has since focused on repurposing ocean-found and discarded glass into one-of-a-kind wearable art. Her work pushes the boundaries of traditional glass application, celebrating both creative innovation and environmental responsibility.
