This piece began as a cross, but its flowing pigments transformed it into a figure with arms wide open. A central eye guides the gaze upward, while a touch of crimson on the left grounds the piece in raw emotion. It captures the unpredictable twists and turns of my personal journeys.
The guardian of my paintings
The paintings in this collection celebrate the character that develops from a life lived. Through layers of color and texture, I capture the essence of subjects that have been shaped by time and the elements. These are not pristine objects; they are things that have stories etched into their surfaces, showing that true beauty often lies in imperfection and resilience. All the while, the substance of my existence was beginning to fade.
On a scorching summer day, the ice delivery man gifted me a large bag of ice, and in return, I gifted him my favorite painting at the time. While he went inside to refill the freezer, I left the artwork in his truck seat. The look of surprise on his face was worth every minute. I wasn't the healthiest during this stage of my life; I was trying to build a dream alone in a room full of people, and 40+ lbs lighter. It definitely gives a whole new meaning to the term "starving artist." It's also a reminder of how close creative arts has always been to me.
Guardian of my heart
Cute Lil Simba
Guardian of my heart
My first experience with an airbrush. Full HAM