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.
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