It has been said that Smoke is an incredibly striking painting that pulls you right into its world. A part of the Smoker’s Series, it features a black woman with a stunning afro, confidently smoking a cigar. The close-up perspective makes it feel like you're right there with her, sharing an intimate moment. Her yellow blouse and gold hoop earrings add this cool, stylish vibe, while the ring on her third finger gives a touch of elegance. The smoke from the cigar almost completely covers her face, creating this mysterious, almost dreamy effect that makes you want to look closer and try figure out what she's thinking or focusing on.

The background is minimal, yet symbolic with a bold, yet mellow red on one side and green on the other. Her large, black afro perfectly separates these two colors, subtly though purpously giving a red, black, and green color combination. It's like there's a hidden story or meaning to the story. Smoke is meant to not just be a painting, but an experience. You can almost smell the cigar, feel the texture of her blouse, and get lost in the swirling smoke. Some have told me that this piece really made them stop and appreciate the artistry and the emotion it conveys.