MLK Emmanuel Ayo and alive — the kind

and alive — the kind of artwork that instantly shifts the energy of any space

Rooted in a love for Saturday morning cartoons

this work invites stillness in a world that rarely slows down

Through sculptural cut-outs and a mirrored backdrop

MLK Emmanuel Ayo and alive — the kindPart of his Face Off collection, this small series of originals reimagines Black activists and leaders with a modern edgeMalcolm X in Ray Bans, MLK in a durag. Kervens Fils blends realism with cultural commentary, bridging past and present in a way that feels both familiar and radical. Its a bold take on legacy, challenging how we see these figures and the world they shaped.