"Red Black N Blue" is an advocacy piece that explores the impact of societal oppression on black individuals, specifically mothers and their fear of losing a child to police violence. The red braids symbolize innocent bloodshed, while blue represents institutionalized violence by police. Together, they create a duality of harm within the black community. The central figure's closed lips and stoic expression reveal her struggle to enact change in a seemingly unbreakable cycle.
This painting represents the travels of the original cargo of historical importance. Black slaves during the agricultural revolution. Each line in the grip represents Africans that were taken to America to produce the products that eventually lead to the industrial and technology revolutions' that shaped the modern world.
The painting, titled "Power Struggle," is a striking impasto creation that captures the intense battle for power that rages on in our world. Thick layers of paint create a sense of depth and complexity, as if each brushstroke represents a different facet of this ongoing struggle. The rich, bold colors used evoke a sense of urgency and tension, while the rough texture adds to the overall chaotic feeling. This piece serves as a powerful commentary on the never-ending quest for dominance and control in our society.
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