These drawings and paintings serve as sketches and studies that guide my practice and help me navigate the complexities of Ghana's vibrant, colorful, and bustling street scenes. The color studies assist in developing a strong sense of background for my complete portrait and text pieces, while the landscapes connect me to the geographical context from which the subjects and stories in my work originate.
Untitled color studies (Sketchbook Series), 2023, Acrylic on paper - 14 x 11 inches each.
Untitled color studies (Sketchbook Series), 2023, Acrylic on paper - 14 x 11 inches.
Untitled street studies (Sketchbook Series), 2023, Charcoal and Acrylic wash on paper - 14 x 11 inches each.
Untitled street studies (Sketchbook Series), 2023, Charcoal and Acrylic on paper - 14 x 11 inches.
These drawings and paintings serve as both sketches and complete works of art in their right.
“Study of” Efua, 2023, Charcoal, acrylic, gold leaf, gold paint, and Ankara Fabric on paper - 30 x 22 inches (each panel)
“Study of” Ama wearing a Gold Bracelet, 2023, Charcoal, acrylic, gold leaf, gold paint, and Ankara Fabric on paper - 30 x 22 inches (each panel)
“Study of” Benedicta, 2023, Charcoal, acrylic, gold leaf, gold paint, and Ankara Fabric on paper - 30 x 22 inches (each panel)
“Study of” Nana Kwame, 2023, Charcoal, acrylic, gold leaf, gold paint, and Ankara Fabric on paper - 30 x 22 inches (each panel)
“Study for” Arthur Richard, 2023, Charcoal, graphite, acrylic, gold leaf, gold paint, and Ankara Fabric on paper - 44 x 30 inches
Private Collection, Athens, Ohio, U.S.A.