Art Chowder January | February, Issue 19 | Page 11

“My art reflects both my African and American influences,” Sonja says. “I have deep roots that pull me back to Africa, but living my adult life in America has also strongly influenced my inspirational draw.” Speaking of draw, ask those who have been moved to tears when they stand rooted before one of her bronzes, unable to turn away and unable to deny that deep- felt connection between art and emotion. January | February 2019 11