Mama's Portraits and Me

Carolyn Coffield Mends was an award-winning artist who specialized in pastel portraiture. Ekuwah grew up watching her remarkable mother's passion for painting, drawing, and storytelling. She pulls pieces from Carolyn's studio to paint a biographical picture of love, family, heritage, and humanity. In what ways do Carolyn's life and artwork inspire you to dream and use your gifts to impact the world?