“My Artistic Journey”
When I first started on my artistic journey, I would use rulers and measuring tape trying to put my art down. Now, being able to manipulate the materials and the tools, I bring to life what is alive in my head. I am able to add dimensions and give each piece depth.
After going through life, especially coming out of New York, I feel as though I can do anything [artistically] with very little in terms of materials. It’s like looking at a blank slate with what’s in my mind and letting the lines flow. In 30% to 60% of the paintings I’ve done I don’t think about it, it just happens. My work happens so fast that with the wood and paint I am able to get depth, thereby giving the image a 3-d feel while on a flat surface.
Sitting in between the pieces above, it felt as though they were speaking to me. Each piece is unique; colors are different, etc. all with limited supplies. The materials I use is used to patch holes, basically utility board that I manipulate into art. I discovered these materials while establishing my art gallery in D.C. and I knew then that I could do something artistic with it. The wood absorbs the paint while giving me a solid foundation to build my visions upon. I can sketch on it, I can erase, I can paint and cut on it with little resistance.
This is my “Art in Evolution” journey!
~ Ajani Sekou
Ajani Sekou Custom Art 