"Petals and Flesh: A series that depicts life's delicate beauty and impermanence. This series presents aging yet colorful stems on the edge of life tenderly held by an un-assuming hand. These images invite you to pause and appreciate the fleeting moments and fragile nature of existence.
Inspired by the concept of Memento Mori, this artwork uses the black male hand as a powerful representation of the fragility and resilience of African American life. A heartfelt reminder to embrace each moment with gratitude and awareness. Through this piece, viewers are urged to savor the beauty around them and to hold dear the transient wonders that make life so profoundly special.
Represented by Pencil on Paper Gallery, LLC
