A statement art piece by Patrick Dougher. Dougher’s art depicts everyday people of color as gods and goddesses. His work is captivating, bold and powerful and reflects his fascinating Brooklyn upbringing but it also reflects to some extent the harsh environment for some.
Patrick Dougher is an inspiring artist with a gifting for fusing together disparate ideas into a powerful statement about the human experience. His artwork boldly celebrates people of color in all walks of life, from the regal to the down-trodden, and he uses his creations to paint an image of strength that defies their circumstances. From portraits on canvas to inventive renditions made from cans retrieved from the refuse, Patrick Dougher’s art speaks volumes and will no doubt be remembered for generations to come.
Dougher’s art is a reflection of his life’s mission to confront society’s injustice and celebrate the divine beauty of African descent. Patrick fearlessly presents what he calls “royalty clarity” through his work – a unique blend of urban African-American culture and ancient, sacred African art that reaches its root in ceremony. Patrick puts it best boldly that there is a noble beauty in all people of African descent – that which reflects royalty. Patrick’s purpose-driven art sets out to prove just that.
Patrick Dougher is an artist like no other who dares to celebrate blackness unabashedly and his art has earned him much deserved recognition in the arts community as he strives to capture the uniqueness and royalty of people of African descent. Patrick has pushed limits within his artwork and beyond, demonstrating that his work is not only applicable to canvas but to music, poetry, and acting as well.
