Ashante Blackwood
Ashante Blackwood(Artisticlifestyle) is a 26 year old fine artist and model based in Toronto. She specializes in portraits and concept art, her work captures the beauty and struggles of her culture and the process of her growing up insecure about things that identify her as a black women. Ashante is a full-time artist/business owner who has always had love for fashion and art, she believes art has no limits so why should she. Just like her work she likes to be creative with her fashion looks and art. Being a plus size model and full time artist is the dream and goal of hers. The bodies of works produced tell a story of her finding her purpose and finally learning to embrace as well love the features that make her the highest level of beauty from her ancestors.Her goal is to one day open up her own gallery/space for Art,fashion,music and events to showcase Toronto’s greatest under minded talent.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Artistic Lifestyle brand is a multi-faceted art-based company that was established by Ashante Blackwood in Toronto, Canada in 2017.. Ashante has expanded her brand wherein she now has four additional streams, Apparel, Home Decor, Custom Artwork, and Paint nights. With this, her brand has surpassed way beyond just canvas art. Art has no limitations so why should I.
Ashante Blackwood(Artisticlifestyle) is a 26 year old fine artist and model based in Toronto. She specializes in portraits and concept art, her work captures the beauty and struggles of her culture and the process of her growing up insecure about things that identify her as a black women. Ashante is a full-time artist/business owner who has always had love for fashion and art, she believes art has no limits so why should she. Just like her work she likes to be creative with her fashion looks and art. Being a plus size model and full time artist is the dream and goal of hers. The bodies of works produced tell a story of her finding her purpose and finally learning to embrace as well love the features that make her the highest level of beauty from her ancestors.Her goal is to one day open up her own gallery/space for Art,fashion,music and events to showcase Toronto’s greatest under minded talent.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Artistic Lifestyle brand is a multi-faceted art-based company that was established by Ashante Blackwood in Toronto, Canada in 2017.. Ashante has expanded her brand wherein she now has four additional streams, Apparel, Home Decor, Custom Artwork, and Paint nights. With this, her brand has surpassed way beyond just canvas art. Art has no limitations so why should I.
$5,450.00
Acrylic on canvas.
30x40"
In order for you to fully feel free you must first find your balance and individualism. This is something I’m struggling with on a day to day basis, I want to do so many things but my mind and body are so burnt out. Finding your balance is so key because it helps you see clearly and elevate more then you ever imagined. Seek your balance and you will be free. This is the path to freedom.
$5,320.00
Acrylic on canvas.
36x48"
This piece is the first painting I created in 2023. “Babe you’re loved” is about accepting and appreciating everything that makes you different and unique. This year is all about redemption and self love, all the hurt and pain from the past we’re burning it and rebuilding a new bridge to walk on. Good vibes equals a good life, this is the start of 2023.
$840.00
Acrylic on canvas.
24x36"
This piece was created to display our daily trend setters, being authentic and unique is something I’ve always valued. My art is a representation of myself and who I’m as an artist. I strive to be creative,think and live outside of the box as well as challenge myself. I created my own path this is the trend setter.
$2,674.00
Acrylic on canvas.
24x36"
This piece is displaying the beauty of black women and how we age so gracefully. Butterflies are nature’s angels, they remind us what a gift it is to be alive. This is how I feel about black women. We are such enchanted creatures. Truly awakening in our own time.
$180.00
Acrylic on canvas.
8x10"
“On a Wave"
Acrylic on Canvas
Size-8x10
Stretched Canvas on Wood
Create your own story, let your thoughts run free like the tides and waves of the oceans.
$150.00
Acrylic on canvas (set of 2).
16x10"
Drowning Thoughts
Acrylic on Canvas
Size-each is 8x10"
Stretched Canvas on Wood
2pc Panel
Ever feel like your drowning in your own thoughts? Gasping for a sign of clarity or a way out? This is “Drowning Thoughts”
$350.00
Acrylic on canvas.
24x24"
“My Hair, My Journey” Original
Acrylic on Canvas
Size-24x24
Year-2022
Wood Frame
This piece is called “My Hair, My Journey “
It displays the wave of emotions black women deal with when it comes to their hair. Our hair is our crown and we wear it well even with everything the world throws us. This is our story this is our journey.
$150.00
Acrylic on oval canvas.
11x14"
Aaliyah
Acrylic on Canvas
Size-11x14
Year- 2022
Gone to soon but a legend of all time.
$300.00
Acrylic on canvas.
16x20"
“Ruling Our Own Destiny” (White Top)
Acrylic on Canvas/Pouring Liquid
Size-16x20
Year-2022
We are our own kings and Queens we control our destiny, the time is now!
$300.00
Acrylic on canvas.
16x20"
“Ruling Our Own Destiny” (Black Top)
Acrylic on Canvas/Pouring Liquid
Size-16x20
Year-2022
We are our own kings and Queens we control our destiny, the time is now!
$6,400.00
Acrylic on canvas.
36x48"
This is piece was inspired by my life story on my journey of becoming a confident and self loving Queen. Black women are the blueprint
$450.00
Acrylic on canvas.
24x36"
This piece showcases black man who consistently hustle and thrive on a day to day basis. Black men carry so much pain and strength from sunrise till night fall everyday. In this society there is so much pressure to do better be better and hide all your emotions. We’re all humans so it’s okay not to be 100% all the time, crying is a way to release and reset. This is a new era.