This was my first ever mural, created for Friend's of Kensington's yearly "A Future Without Oppression" event. Within a half day, I painted a self-portrait on the ground of Toronto's famous Kensington Market. This portrait depicts an experience I wished for at this time (and continue to): a safe ride on the subway as a Black woman. After being harassed so often in transit, with no one saying a word to defend me, I needed to honour this wish that Black women be protected. I specifically painted myself with an afro as I was learning to be comfortable with my natural 4c hair. My famous hoops make an appearance, and this was my first time spray painting.
This was my first ever mural, created for Friend's of Kensington's yearly "A Future Without Oppression" event. Within a half day, I painted a self-portrait on the ground of Toronto's famous Kensington Market. This portrait depicts an experience I wished for at this time (and continue to): a safe ride on the subway as a Black woman. After being harassed so often in transit, with no one saying a word to defend me, I needed to honour this wish that Black women be protected. I specifically painted myself with an afro as I was learning to be comfortable with my natural 4c hair. My famous hoops make an appearance, and this was my first time spray painting.
