Year: 2024

Medium: Cardboard, mixed media, lighting element

Dimensions: 27" x 10"

The artwork depicts a nostalgic 90s African mask with a twist. If you grew up in an African American home in the 90's, your mom likely had African mask decor. If not your mother another mother in your family or community. They always made Ameshia Stukes feel safe and seen. Angel of Fire inspires us to maintain the flame that lives inside us. The fire that keeps us alive spiritually. 

Artist: Ameshia Stukes (ArtistAmeshia.com)

Ameshia Stukes, (also known as Thee Artist Ameshia) is a community favorite. From her massive online presence to her impact locally, Ameshia is a well-known gem. Graduate of the Corcoran College of Art and Design/ GWU with a degree in Fine Arts, Ameshia has a wide range of artistic talents. She is mostly known for creating unique wearable art and crystal-healing jewelry which you can find on her website ArtistAmeshia.com. Her jewelry has been seen on celebrities such as Teyana Taylor, and Macy Gray and featured on Bravo and OWN TV networks. To most, she is a celebrity but to her students, she is just their favorite art teacher and inspiration. Ameshia has a loaded resume from working with Ward 8 youth, music video shoots, student productions, art exhibits, and plenty more.