Collector, Creator, and Contemplator of Powerful Artistic Pieces
Yonel Joassaint is a brilliant artist who aspires to share his work and that of his fellow creators with the rest of the world. He finds wonderment in art and its power to bring people together, tell interesting stories, and move even the toughest of hearts. He draws from his own experiences to create exquisite creations that empower women and shed light to the age-old adversity of abuse.
The Artist’s Background
Off to Pursue Great Things
Even as a fresh high school graduate, Yonel already had big plans to make a name in the art world. He applied for a scholarship to train in one of the most prestigious institutions in France, hoping to be mentored by some of the best instructors in the world. While he waited for the results of his application, he studied computer science at Ecole Superieure d'Infotronique d'Haiti (ESIH) and simultaneously worked for American Airlines.
Finding the Silver Lining
Unfortunately for our artist, Yonel ended up in federal prison in the United States. He remained hopeful and resilient by continuing his studies, AutoCAD, reading, drawing, writing, playing the guitar, and working on his dreams even behind bars.
Expressing Through Different Media
Now that he has the power and freedom to connect and empower the art community, Yonel has developed his own platform to showcase breathtaking pieces of work—including the ones he created while he was in the system. He created drawings, poems, music and lyrics, and more literature with a mere 3-inch long pencil while in extremely restricted conditions of isolated confinement in the Special Housing Unit (SHU).
Yonel’s Inspiration
Women endure so much in life, from the pain of giving birth to the possibility of abuse in the hands of men. Yonel has made it his mission to dedicate his pieces to the millions of resilient women all over the world. Through his and others’ work, he aspires to spark thoughtful conversations that empower the brave and beautiful women in our lives.
Discover Our Work
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