Artist Statement:

My skin is often referred to as yellow. It is part of my story. It highlights a small yet incomplete picture of who I am. Without context, it is only a beautiful color.

My interest in black and white art with a singular gold embellishment inspires me to explore the historical and contemporary lives of Black Americans through anti-Black and Black affirming relationships. Gritty backgrounds, bold typography, or layered imagery set the tone for each piece in rich contrast. My expressions of joy and sadness challenge the orientation of our direction as a people, and more importantly as humanity. My aim is to tell a story, inspire, provoke thought and understanding, or to shine a little light on our history, our society, or our country. By stripping away all the ambient colors I aim to take you on a dynamic, raw, black and white journey through the pulse of our society as we work toward disrupting the reproduction of inequality for Black Americans. Equality, not supremacy, is my passion.

Context: I am a Black Man, assaulted by White supremacy.

Looking for a different size?
If you would like a different size I would be more than happy to send you your preferred size. Pricing is fixed at $0.35 per square inch. (If the original image you see is 18x18, and you want it to be 30x30 - the cost would be (30 x 30 = 900 x .35) $315.

Email me for a different size: lilycoaldesigns@gmail.com

Looking for a Commission?

• Process: Detail the content you would like me to research, and any “must have’s” you would like me to include in the work. Define the audience that will be consuming the work, and any other details you find important for me to know.

• Pricing & Payment: There is a flat fee of $150 for every commission, in addition to the $0.35 per square inch. A work that is 18x18 would be priced at $263 ($113.40 + $150) . The payment structure is 50:50. Half to start, and half when completed and shipped.

• Copyrights: This commission is for the sole use of the purchaser, but the purchaser does not own the rights to the digital file. If sold or used in a commercial capacity you agree to notify the artist (myself) and royalties are to be paid at no more than 15%.

• Timeline: On average the work will take between two and four weeks to complete depending on the size, scope, and research required.

Community Outreach:

25% of your total purchase will be donated in your name to the Little Rose Wagon Foundation, a non-profit that provides financial support and educational resources to single mothers earning a college degree or technical certificate. (EIN:82-4811242)

http://www.littlerosewagon.org