About Lew

Artist Statement

My work is a reflection of the world around me, capturing moments of beauty, emotion, and introspection. Through my art, I aim to evoke a sense of wonder and contemplation in the viewer, inviting them to see the familiar in a new light.

Drawing inspiration from nature, everyday life, and the human experience, I strive to create pieces that spark connections and resonate on a deeper level. Whether through vibrant colors, intricate details, or subtle textures, each artwork tells a story, inviting the viewer to interpret and find their own meaning within it.

As an artist, I see my role as a facilitator of moments – moments of pause, moments of reflection, moments of joy. My hope is that through engaging with my art, people can experience a sense of connection to the world and to themselves.

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Resides in Washington, D.C.

Selected Exhibitions

2024 Group Exhibition, Homme Gallery, Washington, D.C.

2024 Group Exhibition, Virginia Mae Center at Washington National Cathedral, Washington, D.C.

2024 Group Exhibition, Pancakes & Booze, Hook Hall, Washington, D.C.

2024 Group Exhibition, Diasporic Connections, Studio Gallery, Washington, D.C.

2023 Group Exhibition, 10x10, Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, Hyattsville, MD

2023 Group Exhibition, Fall Open Studio, Red Dirt Studio, Mount Rainier, MD

2023 Group Exhibition, Down 2 Earth, Nyala Events, Washington, D.C.

2023 Group Exhibition, Pancakes & Booze, Hook Hall, Washington, D.C.

2023 Group Exhibition, Gateway Arts District Open Studio, Red Dirt Studio, Mount Rainier, MD

Studio Residencies

July 2023 - Present, Red Dirt Studio, Mount Rainier, MD

Awards & Recognitions

2023 Portrait Finalist Award, International Juried Art Competition, Teravarna