Shape of Me (I've Seen You Before series), 2025

Ayo Rasaki

Ballpoint pen, ink, and acrylic on archival paper

38.5 by 41 inches

This piece conveys themes of boldness, confidence, and audacity, essential qualities for reaching the next level. Without these traits, testing ourselves can not be fulfilled. The world belongs to the brave at heart. The duality of the fingerprints in the background connects to the saying "bold as a lion, gentle as a dove," highlighting two contrasting behaviours that are necessary to embrace in this next stage.
The figure stands confidently, with her body weight shifted to the right and her gaze fixed on the viewer, embodying both audacity and tenacity. She knows what she needs to achieve, how to go about it, and what it requires of her. She is not afraid, not even once. "The Shape of Me"represents the journey toward becoming the person destined to fulfill one's potential.