Mothër,is one of the most painful, passionate pieces I have ever made. My mother died in 2020, and I can only imagine how the rest of the world feels about having their mother around, whom, for me, is the backbone of my family. My mother always told me the life I wanted to live, and I would need money. So, I always had that in the back of my mind growing up. She also told me never to fight over money or food. I never truly processed what she said being a teen at the time, but now, at 44, I can really see clearly. All my life, I've only tried to do the right thing, for my karma goes hand in hand. This piece is not only dedicated to all the mothers out there, but also to all the single fathers who have to be both as well. Some people have no clue how lucky they are to be able to grow up in a household with mom and dad around. Unfortunately for me, my mother had to wear all the hats in her family. Even on her deathbed, she still felt like she had to take care of us. That's my mother. Joyce, I miss you dearly. Only if you could see me now in life and give me the advice you always have. In the end, a man must find his own path, the best way he can. This year, I had to grow up even faster than I ever have. There is a lot of pressure on my shoulders right now. More than anyone on this planet can muster besides family. Art can bring us to places reality can't. This piece is exactly that for me. It's an ode to the energy that's out there that's wants me to succeed in life and to never give up. I. The future, big changes are coming, and I just have to accept my future and adjust accordingly. I can only thank all the people in my life who have supported me this far. My mindset right now is to NEVER give up. No matter the circumstances. My mother didn't raise 4 children and get us all through college for nothing. I can't let her down now. So many grateful things have happened to me in my life over the past few years, and it's only shown me what I am capable of. Literally. Sometimes, getting motivated to create art can be the hardest thing. Each strike on this painting is a part of my soul.
+Art acquisition Includes: 16x20 Oil Acrylic on Canvas
