Drawing on Culture: West Africa
Drawing on Culture: West Africa is the first in a series of artworks that explore various cultures from around the world, based on my travels in those places.
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19x24” pencil on bristol by Dave Kobrenski. “Where does joy come from?” While drawing this portrait of a joyous woman from Guinea, West Africa, I thought a lot about this question. It’s one that I find myself asking quite often while I’m traveling in West Africa, and for good reason: despite what most people would see as oppressive poverty and a difficult way of life, the people of Guinea always seem to find joy in their everyday lives. Perhaps it is their immense pride in their families and communities, or their vibrant music, dance, and cultural traditions. Others would tell me that it stems from their courage in facing life with a smile, with the ones you love around you. Une telle joie? Il faut avoir de courage ! Such joy? One must have courage!
$2,195.00
Original artwork.
“D’où vient la joie?” - 19 x 24 in. (48 x 61 cm), graphite on bristol.
One of a kind, original fine art. Artwork ships direct from artist.
Thank you for your support! — Dave
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$129.00
Limited Edition Fine Art Print*
Only 25 prints available.
Signed and numbered by the artist.
Print Size: 18 x 24 in (46 x 61 cm)
Edition Size: Limited to 25 archival fine art prints, signed and numbered.
Material: Museum-quality print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 308 Fine Art Paper
Authenticity: Limited edition prints are accompanied by a signed and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
*Limited edition prints are not reprinted once the edition is sold out.
Thank you for your support! — Dave
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