Artist Statement

In my artistic practice, I explore themes of resilience, identity, migration, and memory, drawing from personal narratives to address broader societal issues. My work focuses on the experiences of migrants, as they navigate cultural, emotional, and political challenges. I see creation as an act of transformation, where obstacles become opportunities for renewal and strength. Through my art, I aim to highlight shared stories of resilience, fostering empathy and deeper understanding.

A key motif in my work is the duality of fragility and strength, expressed through reclaimed and recycled materials. These materials, often discarded, symbolize the potential for reinvention. I incorporate cultural beads and earthy tones, referencing my African Ghanaian heritage. The beads, with their intricate patterns, carry deep cultural significance, while the earthy colors evoke the aesthetics of traditional African mud house paintings. Together, these elements serve as metaphors for land, identity, and the movement of bodies across borders, underscoring the fluidity of migration and cultural memory.

I use parts of bicycles as a symbol of mobility and freedom. Beyond being a personal, carefree mode of transport, the bicycle and it parts represents contemporary migration, cultural movement, and the sense of coming and going. It embodies both physical movement and cultural journey, reflecting the fluidity and resilience of identity.

Ultimately, my work invites reflection on how migration, memory, and cultural continuity shape our shared humanity and the diverse narratives that define us.