“Teach”

In this moving piece, a man sits upon the roots of the Arch — the same roots that have anchored every image in the series — now serving as both a throne and a classroom. Surrounded by children, he shares wisdom born from struggle, guiding them through the lessons of endurance, unity, and self-worth.

The debris around them speaks to the hardship that once defined their world, but the man’s calm strength and the children’s attentive eyes reveal something new taking shape: hope through inheritance. His hands, once used for rebuilding the city, now shape the next generation.

The St. Louis Arch stands tall behind them, no longer just a monument of steel but a symbol of lineage and growth. The roots beneath their feet connect past to future — showing that what we rebuild with our hands must also be rebuilt in our hearts and minds.

This painting captures the soul of the series — the moment where resilience becomes legacy.

24x36

Framed Digital Painting