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                                                     TITLE: “KENTE SPIRIT #136”

                                                               by Derick Davis

 

Media:  Prismacolor Pencil
Size: 20” x   45” 
Hue: Black & White

Copyright 2021
Price: $2,000.00
 

 

Artist Statement:

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The inspiration for my art comes from Kente cloth patterns associated with the Ewe and Asante people of Ghana. I use these patterns in a variety of ways, combined with geometric shapes and an array of colors.

 

The art is abstract in nature, however, there is a strong architectural influence in every piece I do.  If you combine abstract and architecture, you come up with “abstructure.” “Abstructure art”, I feel, is the best way to describe my work.

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If you look closely, you will find an Adinkra symbol which reflects the deep religious background of the people of Ghana. These symbols provide a personal affect to go along with the aesthetic feel of each piece of work.

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                                                                                            DERRICK DAVIS