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Date: 2024
From: Port-au-Prince
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensisons : 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 : Medha captures the resilience and determination of a local artisan working amidst challenging circumstances. The artwork portrays a craftsman sharpening a large machete on a wooden table, his face focused and intent on his task. The artist’s bold and dynamic use of color reflects both the intensity of the work and the turbulent environment in which the artisan operates. The painting is infused with vibrant yellows, greens, reds, and blues, blending together to create a kaleidoscopic effect that emphasizes the artisan’s presence and skill.
Despite the underlying tension suggested by the setting, the figure appears calm and determined, his gaze steady. His hands skillfully sharpen the machete—an essential tool that carries weighty symbolism in a community where safety and survival are daily concerns. Through this powerful composition, Medha captures the essence of perseverance, the fight for dignity, and the spirit of creativity amidst adversity.
Date: 2024
From: Port-au-Prince
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensisons : 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 : Medha captures the resilience and determination of a local artisan working amidst challenging circumstances. The artwork portrays a craftsman sharpening a large machete on a wooden table, his face focused and intent on his task. The artist’s bold and dynamic use of color reflects both the intensity of the work and the turbulent environment in which the artisan operates. The painting is infused with vibrant yellows, greens, reds, and blues, blending together to create a kaleidoscopic effect that emphasizes the artisan’s presence and skill.
Despite the underlying tension suggested by the setting, the figure appears calm and determined, his gaze steady. His hands skillfully sharpen the machete—an essential tool that carries weighty symbolism in a community where safety and survival are daily concerns. Through this powerful composition, Medha captures the essence of perseverance, the fight for dignity, and the spirit of creativity amidst adversity.
Date: 2024
From: Port-au-Prince
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensisons : 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 : Medha captures the resilience and determination of a local artisan working amidst challenging circumstances. The artwork portrays a craftsman sharpening a large machete on a wooden table, his face focused and intent on his task. The artist’s bold and dynamic use of color reflects both the intensity of the work and the turbulent environment in which the artisan operates. The painting is infused with vibrant yellows, greens, reds, and blues, blending together to create a kaleidoscopic effect that emphasizes the artisan’s presence and skill.
Despite the underlying tension suggested by the setting, the figure appears calm and determined, his gaze steady. His hands skillfully sharpen the machete—an essential tool that carries weighty symbolism in a community where safety and survival are daily concerns. Through this powerful composition, Medha captures the essence of perseverance, the fight for dignity, and the spirit of creativity amidst adversity.