“Whispers to God, Being Here When Women Need Me to Be Here!” 2018 Mixed Media with Video, 8’x 10′ Dolfinette Martin is a determined woman who has faced adversity but managed to make a positive change in her life and the lives of those around her. After being incarcerated, she helped create a non-profit organization dedicated to helping young women from her community in New Orleans, Louisiana. My painting of her exudes her strength and resilience, capturing Martin’s inner spirit of determination and courage that enabled her to turn her life around and make an impact. As I completed the painting, I was inspired by Martin’s story and I wanted to honor her journey with this piece.
