Element Gastropub
421 Fayetteville St Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27601
40 x 30 inches
Acrylic on canvas
I painted this piece in Durham, NC with Lauryn Hill heavy on my spirit. I didn’t rush it. I let the colors do what they needed to do—deep purples, warm golds, bold reds, and soft blues—all layered until it felt right.
To me, Lauryn represents beauty that doesn’t need to explain itself. Strength that doesn’t ask for permission. She’s sharp, spiritual, grounded. I wanted this piece to hold that same energy.
36 x 24 in.
Acrylic & Spray Paint on Canvas
This piece captures Jack in his element—unfiltered, sharp, and unapologetically himself. The loose strokes and layered color lean into his energy, that mix of charm and edge that made him impossible to ignore on screen. It’s not about perfection here; it’s about presence. The kind that fills a room and lingers long after.
Interesting Fact:
Jack Nicholson is one of only three actors in history to win Academy Awards in three different decades, a testament to his longevity and range as a performer.
30 x 40 in.
Acrylic & Gold Foil on Canvas
This piece captures Tupac in a quiet moment of thought and resolve. The gold represents value and pressure—the weight that shapes legacy. His expression sits between vulnerability and strength, reminding us that reflection is often where power is formed.
36x48
Acrylic on Canvas
If you haven’t heard Lil Duval’s song, “Smile!” Go Listen to it right now.
40 x 30 in.
Acrylic on Canvas
This community piece was created during my Still Becoming Art show on my birthday, August 17, 2025. Friends, family, and attendees all added their own touch to it in the moment. The painting shows the journey from cocoon to butterfly, reminding us to wake up every day as beginners, to keep evolving, and to never be afraid to fail or be judged.
“Listen to the truth I speak: Whoever does not open their arms to receive God’s kingdom like a teachable child will never enter it.”
— Mark 10:15 TPT
For me, this piece is about courage, vision, and the beauty of becoming, because life is a process, and there’s always room to grow.
30 x 40 in.
Acrylic on Canvas
This piece captures a dragonfly suspended in a quiet moment—both still and in motion at the same time. The layered textures and translucent color create a sense of vibration, as if movement is happening just beneath the surface. It speaks to balance, patience, and the power of knowing when to pause without losing momentum.
Collector’s Fact:
Dragonflies have existed for over 300 million years, making them one of the oldest flying species on Earth. Despite their delicate appearance, they are remarkably precise and powerful in flight—often symbolizing clarity, transformation, and resilience.
60x48 in
Acrylic on Canvas
2024
This portrait of Mac Miller is both bold and intimate—a reflection of an artist who wore his heart on every beat. The mirrored glasses, the Roman numerals, the iconic chain between his lips—it’s all here, layered in vibrant strokes and color runs that echo the mood of his music: bright, chaotic, reflective, and honest.
This piece is about more than likeness. It’s about presence. About the tension between fame and feeling. About what remains when the music fades and only the spirit is left behind. Swimming Forever doesn’t just capture a face—it holds a moment, a memory, a vibe that never really left.
30x48
Acrylic on Canvas
Is there anyone who doesn't love Bourdain? He's blunt, truthful, and never holds anything back. At the same time, he somehow manages to be both noble and proud.
