Rian L. Moses

I am Rian L. Moses, a black woman, and I finally feel comfortable with my voice. I have been using my art to carry my voice for others to hear. I am more focused, steady on my feet, and not looking back. Being a black artist today is a balancing act. On one hand I want to just make beautiful art, eye candy with no agenda. On the other hand, I want to represent my culture and allow the "young me" to see what they can become. Recently, I have been able to merge the two. I am able include black stories and figures to to the mostly white art world and still be true to my aesthetic of whimsy. I may not make the grab your attention black protest art, but I'm definitely protesting by making a splash with my black mer-people.