Artist Statement
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Within my artwork I like to capture the ever-evolving energy and vibration of people and places. I use such mediums as painting, drawing, ceramics, illustration and other mixed media to express this inspiration. 

​Themes in my artwork consist of the African American global experience, joy, disability, anger, history, rebellion, resilience, pain, joy, power, ecofeminism, love and the relationships of Black womanhood, motherhood, and sisterhood.

Painting

These series of painting are done with acrylic on canvas. I incorporate the figure using symbols, patterns and a surrealist style.  Every stroke, color and texture has it's own narrative. I infuse the Black Woman body throughout all my art as it transcends through my imagination and realities. 

Drawing and Works On Paper

These works on paper are done with pastel, ink, colored pen. charcoal, marker and watercolor pencil. Through texture, color and detail I am able to visualize and communicate the story or vibration for each image. 

Ceramics/ Pottery/3D Sculpture

Working with one of the most traditional materials and forms my clay works have allowed me to have a conversation with the Earth and and my ancestors. Through my vessel building, hand building, mosaics and sculptures I use 3D forms to scream into life.

My vessel building is rooted in a traditional Nigerian and Ghanaian Pottery technique for the last 13 years. I strive to center African and indigenous clay arts practices. Through this practice, teaching and understanding I create large and intricate vessels.

Illustration and Digital Illustration

My illustrations and digital arts are my way of exploring various topics and exploring new media art techniques. I incorporate drawing, colored pencils and watercolor into these techniques. I use my daily life as an inspiration, research, literature, celebrations, poetry, history, Black culture and music are among my inspirations. 

Artivism

I use my art and creativity to further amplify topics and concerns that are important to me and others around me. The revolution always included artists to further highlight what is going on in society and he world. From posters, murals, t-shirt designs or public art I am always using my art as a connector to bring more awareness.

Comix/ Graphic Literary Arts

I have been working with comix and graphic novels since my youth. I was recovering form surgery and I would make funny comics about my brother and I.

​Comix allow me to use visual thinking strategies and aspects of visual communication about people, feelings, history and stories that are important to me. It allows me to tell my story in a different format than other mediums and expressions. My comix are also a visual commentary on society and our conditions of humanity of lack of.

Mixed Media

These artworks are done with a variety of found materials such as glass and other found objects. These materials and expressions allow me to let the vibration of the object layer in a conversations. ​

Fashion Illustration

​I love capturing the color, texture and swag of people and their choices of fashion and adornment. Fashion is another way to tell a story through self expression.

This is where I explore using fabrics, textiles, embroidery and felts. I use quilting and applique techniques. My fashion illustrations have a vibe of their own. 

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Fashion Activism

T-shirts are a crucial part of fashion. T-shirts can be a very accessible form of self expression and giving awareness. Check out my shop to find some great tees that respond to topics important to me:

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​All artworks are Copyright 2023