Demur Magazine - Contrast - April 2017 Contrast - April 2017 | Page 10

Chris Clark (Cooli Ras Art), is an
artist who using his work as a tool
of empowerment. From addressing
current affairs with his work to
mentoring young children in his
community, Chris is painting the world
a better colour.
Well, my art is mostly
influenced by my life
experiences. I treat the
canvas like a journal and my
art is my story. Some things
I draw inspiration from are,
growing up Black in America,
the natural hair movement,
and issues facing the Black
community.