during my residency, I will work on "Interwoven Narratives: Portraits of Identity and Community."

In this captivating piece titled Body of Art a woman becomes a living canvas her entire form adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors With each stroke of the brush she embodies the essence of creativity and self-expression Balanced delicately upon her neck is a handcrafted basket a symbol of tradition and heritage As she holds it with grace she becomes a fusion of past and present a testament to the enduring beauty of cultural artistry Through her the boundaries between art and life blur inviting viewers to contemplate the profound connection between the human spirit and the world of artistic expression.

My beloved as the name goes is crowned with Africa and Covered with her traditional regalia Though sights are covered ADUKE never forgets the vision of her people Enchanted with ancient bangles ADUKE never loses a fight against depression Inequality or injustice br br She seizes every opportunity she has to break every bias ADUKE stands and fights for her right and every other African woman.

The Rain Maker stands as a guardian of balance a keeper of tradition and a harbinger of life's renewal In the midst of swirling smoke the Rain Maker emerges a figure cloaked in mystery and power With each beat of the drum they summon the rains calling forth the lifegiving waters from the heavens Their silhouette dances in the haze a manifestation of ancient rhythms and rituals As the smoke curls around them they become one with the elements a conduit between the earthly realm and the spirit world In their hands the drum reverberates with the heartbeat of the earth a primal pulse that echoes through time and space.

A djembe or jembe is a rope-tuned skin-covered goblet drum played with bare hands originally from West Africa br br The image depict the story of an African drummer dressed in a ceremonial regalia with the djembe for entertainment and traditional music.

In this captivating piece a woman's face is veiled by a cascade of cowrie shells evoking ancient traditions and spiritual reverence Adorning her chest a tapestry of earrings adds a shimmering touch of adornment Together they embody the sacred beauty of tradition and femininity.

In Crowned in Heritage the essence of Africa springs to life as a woman's head is adorned with intricate hair buns each one a symbol of cultural tradition and ancestral connection Her skin clothed in the vibrant colors of Africa becomes a canvas upon which the richness of her heritage is painted br br With each hue she carries the stories of her ancestors the rhythms of the land and the spirit of resilience Her presence is a celebration of identity a testament to the beauty and diversity that define Africa br br In this captivating artwork the fusion of hair buns and African colors becomes a visual symphony inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the splendor of African culture and the timeless allure of tradition.

In the heart of Africa stands a woman adorned in her heritage Her head is crowned with magnificent headgear each folds a story of resilience Around her neck a necklace carries the weight of history connecting her to her ancestry Her melanin-rich skin speaks of beauty and strength With grace and dignity she embodies the essence of Africa.

A King's  Aura captures the essence of Strength Pride and Regal elegance A King's Aura is a striking piece of contemporary art that captures the essence of strength pride and regal elegance At its heart the artwork portrays a powerful image of a black man adorned with a magnificent crown and a captivating neck accessory Set against a vibrant yellow background this composition radiates both visual and emotional intensity.