In this episode, Kofi Perry, the 2023 Ingram Prize-winning painter, chats with Carrie Scott.

Kofi's large-scale oil paintings challenge everything you think you know about classical art and contemporary identity. In this revealing conversation, Carrie Scott explores how this emerging artist bridges ancient artistic traditions with futuristic visions, creating imagined figures that feel both timeless and urgently contemporary.

Kofi Perry (b. 1998, Sidon) is an American contemporary painter based in New York City and London.

From Carrie: "Kofi’s paintings are a vibrant exploration of cultural identity and social issues. When we spoke, he explained how he blends abstraction and realism in his work. His pieces are colorful, intricate painting that challenges you to think about race, history, and power. His art is a bold and thought-provoking journey through identity and social commentary."

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