Johnny Cash Artist. Islander. Storyteller through color.
Born: April, 1961 Hometown: Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas
Johnny Cash was born under the Bahamian sun, and the islands have been in his heart—and on his canvas—ever since. A proud son of Marsh Harbour, Johnny didn’t come from art schools or fancy studios. He taught himself with curiosity, persistence, and a whole lot of love for the place he calls home.
Growing Up with Imagination
As a boy, Johnny could often be found sketching cartoon characters on any scrap of paper he could find. He was fascinated by animation, movies, and photographs—anything that told a story with pictures. That early spark never left him. Instead, it grew into something deeper: a desire to tell the story of the Abacos through art.
Painting the Soul of the Islands
Over time, Johnny’s artwork shifted from playful sketches to bold acrylic paintings—rich with color, movement, and memory. The sea breeze, the curve of a conch shell, the stripes of the Elbow Cay lighthouse—his brush captures it all, straight from the heart. Every painting is more than just scenery; it’s a feeling. It’s home.
Art as a Way Home
Though life has taken him far from Marsh Harbour at times, Johnny never left the islands behind. His art has become his way back—each canvas a love letter to Bahamian life. You’ll see Nassau’s harbor, hear the waves off Tahiti Beach, and feel the joy of a Junkanoo celebration in his work. It’s not just what he sees—it’s what he remembers, what he misses, and what he loves.
A Living Legacy
Today, Johnny Cash continues to paint with the same passion that began in his childhood. His work hangs in galleries and homes, but more importantly, it lives in the hearts of those who see it. His story isn’t over—it’s still being painted, one brushstroke at a time.