Artist Name
Kaynan peter

Artist Statement
My artistic practice explores the people who shape the identity of a people through the paths they create and the ones they choose to restore. Through my ongoing body of work, Pathfinder, I examine individuals who take on the responsibility of preserving, redefining, or establishing the cultural, spiritual, intellectual, and historical foundations that give meaning to a community or civilisation.The series is built around two kinds of pathfinders: the creators of paths, whose ideas, discoveries, beliefs, and leadership establish new directions for generations to follow, and the restorers of paths, who recover traditions, histories, values, and identities that have faded into obscurity or have been deliberately erased. Their journeys are acts of vision, courage, and responsibility, ensuring that future generations inherit more than memories, but a living legacy.My work is informed by historical research, mythology, oral traditions, and African philosophies, revealing the interconnectedness between past and present. I am particularly interested in how cultural identity is preserved, transformed, or reclaimed through the actions of remarkable individuals whose influence extends beyond their own lifetime.Working primarily with oil on canvas, I create stylised figures through a visual language that merges abstract realism with the expressive influence of anime and manga. This approach allows me to combine history, imagination, and symbolism into layered narratives that invite viewers to look beyond the surface of each painting.Ultimately, I hope my work encourages reflection on the importance of those who create and preserve meaningful paths. By celebrating their journeys, I invite viewers to consider their own role in shaping the future and the legacy they leave for those who will follow.