About This Work
This en grisaille portrait of a young black man provides a profile of strength and softness. The collage in the background features inspiring phrases such as “create” “turn-up” and “achieve”, giving a us a glimpse of a man during a season of growth.
About This Artist
Roland looks to the Renaissance artists Michelangelo and Caravaggio to draw inspiration. He also has immersed himself in the works of the Harlem Renaissance painters. You can see the influence of both of these movements as Roland delicately melds the two together to create his own unique style.
About This Paper
Sunset Velvet Rag 315g (20mil) boasts a 100% cotton rag base, with a velvet (or etching-like) surface. This paper is designed to meet the highest printing standards needed for museum quality, limited edition prints.
Sunset Velvet Rag is a 2010 Hot One Award winner.
Print Dimensions
| Overall | Image | Margin | |
| Collector’s Edition | 34” 26 ½” | 30” 22 ½” | 2” |
| Gallery Edition | 40” x 31” | 36″ x 27″ | 2” |
| Artist’s Proof | 40” x 31” | 36″ x 27″ | 2” |
Each full series of a work also includes eight Owners’ Edition prints, which are not offered for public sale. Originals may be available. Contact us for details.