Keny Akpa, born in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, grew up in Abidjan, where she attended school and discovered her talent for drawing and painting. Her artistic journey began with recreating family photographs—a hobby that revealed her skills to loved ones but remained, at first, a casual pastime.
Her passion for painting deepened after moving to the United States to live with her sisters. As she built her own family, art became a transformative force in her life, opening new doors of self-discovery and expression. For Keny, painting is more than a creative outlet—it’s a way to explore and share the beauty of life’s adventure. Her artwork is deeply influenced by her moods, surroundings, and rich cultural upbringing.
“My paintings reflect my experiences and emotions. They capture how I see and feel life,” she explains. During the pandemic, being sheltered at home with her family offered her a unique opportunity to redefine her art and focus on her creative journey. Always eager to pick up her brush, Keny’s work continues to embody the stories and emotions that shape her life.