36 x 36 in.
Oil on Wood Panel
2025
This portrait of J. Cole is a tribute to presence—the kind that doesn’t need a This portrait of J. Cole is a tribute to presence—the kind that doesn’t need a spotlight to be felt. As a North Carolina native, his story always hit close to home. I chose oil on raw wood to keep it grounded and real, letting the grain come through like history beneath the surface.
The mood is quiet but strong. Like someone who’s done the inner work and walks with purpose. This piece honors that balance—between humility and power, roots and vision. It’s about legacy. About staying true to where you come from while becoming who you’re meant to be. spotlight to be felt.
36 x 36 in.
Oil on Wood Panel
2025
This portrait of J. Cole is a tribute to presence—the kind that doesn’t need a This portrait of J. Cole is a tribute to presence—the kind that doesn’t need a spotlight to be felt. As a North Carolina native, his story always hit close to home. I chose oil on raw wood to keep it grounded and real, letting the grain come through like history beneath the surface.
The mood is quiet but strong. Like someone who’s done the inner work and walks with purpose. This piece honors that balance—between humility and power, roots and vision. It’s about legacy. About staying true to where you come from while becoming who you’re meant to be. spotlight to be felt.
