Sleep tight violet " My relationship with animals

" My relationship with animals and nature has shaped my art since I first put pencil to paper

The subject matter of Ronnie Ray’s work strongly reflects his turbulent childhood and his early exposure to the Dark elements of life

including the National Museum for Women in the Arts

​drawing references from the popular universe ​to​​​ the classic​al​ tradition of painting

and stay connected to my culture

Sleep tight violet " My relationship with animalsDetails About Artist Bio Ceramic, Acrylics, Mix Media 2016 16 x 18 x 5. 5 in. Free Standing Sculpture Exhibition Statement from the Artist: My work is about my fears and concerns. Growing up, I was always bullied by other kids, causing me to develop constant, uncontrollable anxiety. My parents got me a dog to help me cope; his name was Chapes, and we became very close. He made me happy and I loved him, but he had his dark side too. He would