The Story Of This Painting.

Let's Come Together

Black, White, Yellow, Red, Brown. We are all the same inside. Human desires, while they might show themselves differently across various cultures, are fundamentally human, and resonate universally. These desires highlight our shared humanity despite our diverse racial backgrounds.

"RACE", that shiny object often placed before our eyes obscures all that we have in common. Here are just some of the things we all have in common. I'm sure you can think of more.

The desire to love and be loved, to form deep connections with family, friends, and partners, is a universal human need. All humans seek a sense of safety from physical harm, economic stability, and security in their environment. The desire to be recognized for one's achievements, to be respected, and to have one's dignity acknowledged seems to be fundamental across all cultures and races. The pursuit of personal growth, the realization of one's potential, and finding meaning in life are desires that cut across racial lines. The longing for personal freedom, the ability to make choices about one's life, self-determination, and autonomy are universally sought after as far as I know. Good health, both physical and mental, is a universal goal. The pursuit of happiness, joy, and moments of pleasure in life. The desire to learn, gain knowledge, and understand the world around us is a universal human trait. A deep-seated desire for justice, fairness, and equality in treatment is something many strive for, regardless of race. Many people across different races wish to leave a legacy, whether through their children, their work, or contributions to society.

Let's peel away that shiny object called "RACE" and rejoice in our shared humanity.

What first inspired me to paint "One Race" was an image on a t-shirt that I bought wile on a business trip in Aspen, Colorado back in the 90's.



Race has become such an omnipresent subject today. It's that shiny object often placed before our eyes that obscures all that we have in common. So I wanted to create a painting that would explore the subject.

You can learn more about my journey to Pointillism here.