Bel Papi
Artist: Medha
Date: 2024
From: Port-au-Prince
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 20 inches x 24 inches
Artist: Medha is a 34-year-old Haitian artist living in Canaan, a community in Port-au-Prince nestled between La Plaine and Cité Soleil, two areas often plagued by gang violence. As a skilled portraitist and abstract artist, Medha's work vividly portrays the resilience and daily struggles of life in Haiti. His pieces frequently reflect the nostalgia of a childhood he longs for and his vision of a peaceful and prosperous Haiti.
Description: Bel Papi is a vivid celebration of tradition, pride, and the simple joys of life. The painting portrays a distinguished Haitian man in his 50s, immersed in a lively Friday night domino game, a ritual of camaraderie and connection. His golden watch and ring glisten under the warm light, symbols of the wisdom and accomplishments that come with age. A Haitian cigar rests between his lips, its smoke curling lazily as he ponders his next move, while his Havana hat adds a touch of style and character. Bel Papi invites us into a moment of timeless leisure, where heritage and resilience shine through the details of everyday life, reminding us of the beauty found in small yet meaningful traditions.
Artist: Medha
Date: 2024
From: Port-au-Prince
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 20 inches x 24 inches
Artist: Medha is a 34-year-old Haitian artist living in Canaan, a community in Port-au-Prince nestled between La Plaine and Cité Soleil, two areas often plagued by gang violence. As a skilled portraitist and abstract artist, Medha's work vividly portrays the resilience and daily struggles of life in Haiti. His pieces frequently reflect the nostalgia of a childhood he longs for and his vision of a peaceful and prosperous Haiti.
Description: Bel Papi is a vivid celebration of tradition, pride, and the simple joys of life. The painting portrays a distinguished Haitian man in his 50s, immersed in a lively Friday night domino game, a ritual of camaraderie and connection. His golden watch and ring glisten under the warm light, symbols of the wisdom and accomplishments that come with age. A Haitian cigar rests between his lips, its smoke curling lazily as he ponders his next move, while his Havana hat adds a touch of style and character. Bel Papi invites us into a moment of timeless leisure, where heritage and resilience shine through the details of everyday life, reminding us of the beauty found in small yet meaningful traditions.
Artist: Medha
Date: 2024
From: Port-au-Prince
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 20 inches x 24 inches
Artist: Medha is a 34-year-old Haitian artist living in Canaan, a community in Port-au-Prince nestled between La Plaine and Cité Soleil, two areas often plagued by gang violence. As a skilled portraitist and abstract artist, Medha's work vividly portrays the resilience and daily struggles of life in Haiti. His pieces frequently reflect the nostalgia of a childhood he longs for and his vision of a peaceful and prosperous Haiti.
Description: Bel Papi is a vivid celebration of tradition, pride, and the simple joys of life. The painting portrays a distinguished Haitian man in his 50s, immersed in a lively Friday night domino game, a ritual of camaraderie and connection. His golden watch and ring glisten under the warm light, symbols of the wisdom and accomplishments that come with age. A Haitian cigar rests between his lips, its smoke curling lazily as he ponders his next move, while his Havana hat adds a touch of style and character. Bel Papi invites us into a moment of timeless leisure, where heritage and resilience shine through the details of everyday life, reminding us of the beauty found in small yet meaningful traditions.