Robert Xavier

ayantee alum | fine artist | the kid

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

“a piece of me”
4 1/2 months of labor
Oil on Canvases
108in x 144in
#9ArtShow

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

“EDEN HAS A PROBLEM” // Oil on Canvas // 56in x 70in // 2023

There’s a reason she looks you in the eyes, don’t fear her. She’s truly what you desire and forever she is the supplier. Love her even down to the wire…

reference photograph: @campbelladdy

#rxah

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

There’s a simple elegance in the way they hold themselves. Couture never made them but they’ll never stand against it for a girls night out. These three are BETTA DENIM

MUGLER MATRIARCHY
Oil & Glitter on Quilted Denim Fabric
48in x 60in
2023

#BETTADENIM4C
🫀👖✨

@Mugler

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

To close out my first semester as a teacher I created a painting that’s a school portrait. The process was fun, stressful and the biggest thing I learned was to TAKE MY TIME AND NOT RUSH THE PROCESS. Hope you enjoy a glimpse into my practice. 🎨🤍✨

“KALEIDOSCOPE” // 84in x 6yds

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

three angles but same exhaustion
#rxah

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

I’d be lying if I didn’t say I was tired

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

i need two football homecoming tickets, who’s selling? #ghoe #ncat

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

“Holy Matrimony: Jesus”
Oil, Glitter & Silver Leaf on Wood Panel // 30inx40in // 2022
model in the painting: @kytheblackangel

Sitting there feels so euphoric & comforting. The way he looks at you invokes the feeling of a hug; one thing you can’t take away is his mug. 💙☁️✨

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

Models in the painting: @kytheblackangel @brooklynnnn1_

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

“Holy Matrimony” (Diptych)
Oil, Glitter, Silver & Gold Leaf on Wood Panels // 40inx60in // 2022

Birthed from a new level of juxtaposition that has come to life within my artistry & in my life. They are now the canon of my catalog & I cannot wait to dive deeper into this realm✨

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

“Holy Matrimony: Mary Magdalene”
Oil & Gold Leaf on Wood Panel // 30inx40in // 2022
model in the painting: @brooklynnnn1_

She pays attention to all the details of her life & can recite it all back to you eloquently. She truly carries herself so elegantly. 💜🗡✨

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

I THINK I FOUND YOU. oil & gold leaf on wood. 2020-2022. 36in x 48in.

he started in the darkest time of my life & was finished in the brightest part of my journey thus far. he’s apart of a bigger picture, but still holds his own picture…

inspiration by: Tyler Ballon

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

see you Friday!

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

After this project, I will hold off on sharing any of my art to the world. I’m just tired & praying for peace.

-RX

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

my birthday party is in THREE weeks! & i can’t wait to see you all there! ✨💙🎈

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

never thought I’d make it this far but here we are. he’s got nothing to prove, just a story to tell…

years in the making and many more to come✨💙🎈

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

doing all of this for the kid i used to be. he’s got something to say & a beautiful playground to play. hope to see you there…💖🎈

please share + donate toys! <3

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

“can i be ya lil’ yeah” // oil & gold leaf on wood panel // 24in x 30in💖

“Can’t Even FRONT We’d Look Good Together, Be My Valentine?”
he’s the first of a series i wanna create to reminisce the innocence of childhood & the crushes we’d pursue fearlessly. he’s the first of many.

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

Wish It Was Easy // oil, graphite & gold leaf on unstretched canvas // 72 in x 84 in ✨🦋

in light of submitting my first application for graduate school, I thought it’d be right to finally let him be seen…

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

from the bottom of my heart, I thank any and everyone that I have come across this year both good and bad. roles were played, lessons were learned and battles have been fought endlessly. I thank God for life and so much more. to those I’ve created so much magic with, I thank you

[Robert Xavier @iamrobertxavier]

the story of my life is being written so beautifully, can’t wait for all my children to see…

thank you a&t for the experiences and all the trials & tribulation. closed this chapter and now onto the next…