Born in Biloxi, Mississippi, Monica Tookes has always had a keen eye for business and an eternal love for art, bridging these two things together has made Monica Tookes what she is today. Upon moving to Atlanta, Monica attended the prestigious Spelman College graduating with a Bachelor of Arts, and continuing education at the Atlanta College of Art where she studied fine arts.

Monica's work has been showcased all over the country. To add to her public recognition, Monica's painting “Jammin with Me”, was selected by the Atlanta Bureau of Cultural Affairs for the 2003 Jazz Festival Poster. Most Recently, Monica's amazingly 6' tall painting, Believe, the Power Is In You ,was chosen by the American Red Cross to be installed at their new donor center in Atlanta, Georgia. It is also being used in a national campaign endorsement to encourage more people to donate blood. She also had an amazing solo show at the George E. Ohr Museum in Biloxi, MS that gave her raving reviews of her works, talent, and community service. Monica's work is widely collected all over the world, being installed at many well established boutiques, restaurants, law firms, and businesses.

Monica was chosen as one of Atlanta's Most Interesting Personalities featured in the 2005 Who's Who of Atlanta publication, highlighting her unique approach to art and business. One of her astonishing works, The Measure of a Man, was commissioned to honor Dr. Joseph Lowery at the exclusive unveiling event.