Tsundere by Kwabena Lartey Tsundere detail

Tsundere

Acrylic and charcoal on canvas · 91 × 91 cm · 2023

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Carrying a heavy heart is like walking with extra weight. There comes a time when you must pause, release what no longer serves you, and allow yourself to feel light again. This piece is for every woman who needs to remember her worth — to let go of hurtful thoughts, to choose kindness toward herself, and to hold onto positivity even when it feels difficult.

Man with Locks by Kwabena Lartey Man with Locks detail

Man with Locks

Acrylic, oil and charcoal on canvas · 140 × 160 cm · 2023

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Carrying a heavy heart is like walking with extra weight. There comes a time when you must pause, release what no longer serves you, and allow yourself to feel light again. Remember, some journeys are meant to be walked alone — not as a burden, but as a reminder of your strength.

Red Misery by Kwabena Lartey Red Misery detail

Red Misery

Acrylic, oil and charcoal on canvas · 150 × 150 cm · 2023

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"You wake in it, wake to start the morning process, and rebuilding — you are still a work in progress." Every day brings its own challenges, and progress is earned through effort. Keep moving forward especially when the path feels heavy. Strength is not the absence of difficulty, but the decision to continue despite it.

Dejection by Kwabena Lartey Dejection detail

Dejection

Acrylic, oil and charcoal on canvas · 150 × 200 cm · 2023

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From the moment they're born, many men face rejection. Life can feel like a constant battle — pushing through each day while carrying silent struggles into the night. As an artist, it's my responsibility to uplift others in the only way I know how. I hope this work encourages men to keep going and inspires everyone who encounters it.

Stick and Stones by Kwabena Lartey Stick and Stones detail

Stick and Stones

Acrylic, oil and gesso on canvas · 126 × 126 cm · 2024

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While word-of-mouth can be powerful, it can also be harmful. People share what they experience, and those narratives spread quickly. This piece highlights how harsh language used by some African parents toward their children can make them feel small, shaping their self-image and influencing how they grow and pursue their lives.

Liberation by Kwabena Lartey Liberation detail

Liberation

Acrylic and oil on canvas · 120 × 150 cm · 2024

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In a world filled with distraction and chaos, many people find themselves confined to situations that stifle their potential. This piece is meant to encourage anyone with a dream to rise above discomfort, reclaim their purpose, and shine brightly.

Ying and Yang by Kwabena Lartey Ying and Yang detail

Ying & Yang

Acrylic and charcoal on canvas · 80 × 80 cm · 2025

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In essence, it teaches that opposites are not in conflict but instead complement one another, working together to maintain balance in life and the universe. This idea draws inspiration from the Chinese concept of Yin and Yang, where harmony arises from the interplay of contrasting forces.

Big Smile by Kwabena Lartey

Big Smile

Acrylic and charcoal on canvas · 16 × 20 cm · 2025

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This is more than just a picture — it's a feeling, a state of being. It's that genuine, from-the-heart grin that lights up a face and quietly spills into the space around it. A big smile is a powerful thing. It can soften tension, disarm negativity, and create instant connection without a single word.

Hindrance II by Kwabena Lartey

Hindrances II

Acrylic and charcoal on canvas · 150 × 150 cm · 2022

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This piece explores the unseen forces that slow us down, redirect us, or quietly shape our paths. It speaks to the moments where movement meets resistance — where progress is interrupted not always by failure, but by friction, doubt, history, or circumstance.