My practice is a reflection of the fear I have in humanity - Wole Soyinka ____________________________________________ My work seeks to reestablish the richness that is lacking in mainstream representations of African people and explore a self-referential perspective of the Black image. My practice aim is to create genuine and authentic figurative abstractions that make up the beautiful continent of Africa, to reveal the hidden beauty woven into Africa’s social and geographical fabric. A uniquely vital aspect of my practice is rooted in traditional Akan artifacts I saw as a child, growing up in Ghana. I want people to see my work as a reflection and evolution of my Akan culture, a culture that has shaped and continues to shape me. 🎦 Simona Knuchel circa 2019