Statement

1. Life through Art
by Afrika Abney
As a professional artist, I see life through the lens of a camera, rhythm of movement, colors
captured in nature, and through different experiences. I believe that when something that looks
like one thing to a normal person looks completely different to an artist. Additionally, I believe
that artists have a natural way to change things.
There is no right or wrong way to paint a picture on a canvas or paper. There is a relationship
between the artist and the material. Each painting depicts a different subject and message. Each
dance depicts a different story. Within each medium, the artist is telling their story about the
role and life in society.