12x24, spray paint and acrylic on canvas, 2021

I grew up thinking I should be great at just one thing. Silly… too much tv programming. The primary thing I’m great at is trying to improve daily. It's a constant journey of hard work and consideration.

Shooting in multiple angles and directions, the energy of this composition reminds me to consider my options when making decisions. They could be major or minor, they each carry influence in the trajectory of my hopes and dreams.

Proteas are dynamic flowers that exist in the most random conditions, both pleasant and challenging… just like me.

The Adinkra symbol, “Denkyem”, translates to “crocodile”. It represents adaptability. The crocodile lives in the water, yet breathes the air, demonstrating an ability to adapt to circumstances.