See Through the Veil

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Original artwork is ink on 11 × 15 inch archival watercolor paper, framed and matted in a standard black frame
Giclée print is an 11 × 15 inch archival watercolor paper reproduction, framed and matted in a standard black frame, and part of a limited edition of 7
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See Through the Veil
 
This drawing is part of The Chicago Collection: Windy City Lofi and reflects a moment of Black excellence grounded in style, intellect, and presence. Two figures stand together with quiet confidence, framed by the city behind them. Chicago is not presented as backdrop alone, but as atmosphere shaping how these figures move, dress, and carry themselves in public space.
 
The composition speaks to perception and truth. Their expressions are steady, their posture intentional, as if aware of how they are seen and how they choose to be known. The surrounding details dissolve into suggestion, allowing the figures to remain central. This balance mirrors the experience of navigating visibility while holding onto self definition in environments shaped by history and power.
 
Rendered in black ink, See Through the Veil captures a layered understanding of identity. It is about discernment, awareness, and the ability to look beyond surface narratives. Through line and restraint, this piece honors Black excellence not as performance, but as clarity rooted in place, memory, and self knowledge.