It Shines Towards Us

It Shines Towards Us is a painting that was done in 2019 by Cornelius Keagon. The painting is known for it's narrative storytelling and uniqueness. It has been categorized as a Political work of art.

The painting depicts a young African woman as she poses for a photo. The young lady doesn't smile or look at the camera due to her insecurity of not being as beautiful as the viewer might expect. Looking in as the viewer, the woman seems rather beautiful beyond words. The young lady portrayed in the painting represents the African continent. Keagon's objective of the painting is to show Africans how beautiful Africa looks to the rest of the world.

The painting has won over five different awards at local Exhibitions in Liberia.