2016

Mixed media on canvas

65 x 92 1/4 in

165.1 x 234.3 cm

Unique

Hand-signed by Artist (on back)

Hebru Brantley’s Suspects (2017) is a bold and thought-provoking work that captures the essence of his acclaimed Flyboy series. Featuring his iconic characters adorned with aviator goggles, the painting explores themes of identity, innocence, and systemic bias through a lens of Afrofuturism and pop surrealism. Brantley juxtaposes childhood imagery with undertones of social commentary, inviting viewers to reflect on how young Black bodies are perceived in contemporary culture. Rendered in vivid colors and layered textures, Suspects is a powerful fusion of street art aesthetics and narrative depth.