Claws - Portrait of a Carnival Nationz masquerader In Toronto
Artist Bio:
Kristof West is a Trinidadian creative whose work is shaped by his Caribbean roots and global experiences. With a degree in Media Studies from University College Utrecht, his time in Trinidad, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands informs a vibrant, multicultural perspective.
Working under the pseudonym TOFF YOUTH, Kristof channels his rebellious energy and creative drive into projects that inspire others, especially youth, to break societal molds and embrace self-expression. His work reflects a belief in creativity as a powerful tool for empowerment.
A multidisciplinary artist, Kristof’s talents span photography, filmmaking, acting, dance, music, and visual art.
Art inhabits the home of artist Clayton Rhule, alive and present within the walls. We begin our “Living Beautifully with Art” series with him, and the home he has made with his wife, Tanya, in Trinidad.
Kwame S. is invested in building upon the revolutionary foundation that his family has laid, his path ablaze with high profile collectors including Rihanna, Jesse Williams, Gabrielle Union, Alicia Keys and husband Swizz Beatz already paying close attention.
