Artistic Statement – MALICIOUZ

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Through my paintings, I explore the complexities of identity by depicting monumental figures that embody presence and sovereignty. A spiritual dimension lies at the core of my artistic practice. These characters are often portrayed in timeless spaces and in postures that convey inner strength and dignity.

My visual language is rooted in an Afro-urban-contemporary aesthetic. I combine the textured gestures of acrylic brushwork with the raw codes of street art, softened by the precision of airbrush techniques. I use vibrant, high-contrast palettes to create immersive compositions that evoke both emotional intensity and spiritual depth.

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My work reflects on how socio-political environments shape identity, especially the paradox between their harmful effects and the magnificence of our spiritual postures, which I seek to honour and illuminate. I draw from Afro-diasporic, Haitian, hip-hop, urban, Montreal, and North American cultures, examining what we choose to sanctify today and what we reclaim from ancestral legacies.