The exhibition "Be Your Own Cool" by Ghanaian artist Botchway is on view until September 13th at a gallery in Los Angeles. The show marks his second solo presentation with the gallery, featuring a series of paintings created during a residency in LA that showcase a shift in scale and mood. The works are introspective and contemplative, with vivid portrayals of Black identity infused with psychological depth, set against soft pastel backgrounds that evoke feelings of tranquility and empowerment. Botchway's use of rich tones and nuanced expressions highlights the quiet dignity of his subjects, who are presented as symbols of individuality and cultural identity, celebrating contemporary Black life through hairstyles, clothing, and personal flair.