Drypoint etching, chine collé, found image

44 inches x 30 inches

2024

Chine-collé, found photography, mixed media (30 x 44 inches)

This large-scale work captures an intimate and timeless moment of connection. A group of Black boys, immersed in water, lock arms in an unspoken bond of trust and camaraderie. Their glistening skin, the curve of their bodies, and the gentle yet firm embrace evoke themes of unity, resilience, and collective strength.

The layered textures of chine-collé and mixed media bring depth and movement to the composition, mirroring the fluidity of both water and memory. The background, constructed with fragmented colors and patterns, suggests a world beyond the moment—one that is shifting, evolving, and watching.

This piece held viewers’ attention longer than most, perhaps because it speaks to something universal: the need for belonging, the comfort of shared experience, and the beauty found in togetherness.