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Haitian Artist Kervin André
Kervin A . Andre is a visual artist whose proud Haitian heritage emanates from every brushstroke . He was born and raised in Port-Au- Prince , Haiti .
Kervin ’ s talent was birthed amidst the beauty and splendor of the First Black Republic in the Americas .
Throughout the years , this selftaught artist has honed his skills and exercises his artistic talents through many mediums .
Kervin ’ s spent his formative years in Haiti and moved to Elizabeth , NJ at the age of 15 with his family .
It is these years that have shaped his deep appreciation for his culture and its rich history .
He started drawing at an early age , but it was not until his 20s when he attended an art event that he realized he could turn his passion into a career .
Kervin is the beloved father of two beautiful daughters , who motivate him daily . He is committed to leaving a legacy behind for his daughters and others . He wants to instill a sense of pride , heritage , culture and true knowledge of self .
His art work displays an acute sense of pride and social responsibility .
He credits his intellectual curiosity to his father and his strength and resilience to his mother . All of his subjects depict strength , resilience and hope .