A Journey of Roots and Resilience: A Tribute in 15 Paintings

This vibrant series of 15 paintings celebrates my father’s life story—an odyssey beginning in Africa, moving through the history of Suriname, and culminating in the Netherlands. These colorful works honor the strength of his ancestors, tracing back to a time when his great-grandmother was born into slavery. Through vivid imagery, each painting reveals a chapter of his heritage, resilience, and the life he shaped from these roots, celebrating a legacy of courage, freedom, and joy.