Still Lives (2024–) explores the human condition, capturing the silent screams that resonate within us all. Through black-and-white woodcut prints and large-scale paintings, I present powerful portraits of Floaters—individuals suspended in a state of displacement, caught between belonging and alienation. These figures symbolize the global crises of migration, forced displacement, and the struggle for assimilation in unfamiliar environments. Tattooed landscapes overlay the tongues and bodies of these figures, reflecting how movements, speech, and gestures morph into something beyond recognition—a post-human state. This transformation reveals the profound ways displacement and survival reshape identity, challenging the boundaries of selfhood and humanity. These layered images connect inner turmoil with external forces, illustrating how personal pain is woven into the fabric of existence. Inspired by my experiences growing up in Haiti and witnessing global conflicts, I draw on the concept of Bare Life to interrogate the fragility of existence and the conditions under which life is stripped to its raw, elemental state. This series invites viewers to bridge the gap between the seen and unseen, heard and unheard, and to reflect on the universal language of human emotion. The final images shift from despair to moments of joy and belonging, capturing the elation of finding one’s place in the world. These works highlight the duality of human experience—where anguish and joy coexist, each defining the other. Still Lives offers a space for reflection on the complexities of emotion and the ongoing journey toward healing and self-discovery.

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Materials: Ink on paper (woodcut prints), Oil painting on linen and wooden panels