Dante’s Dilemma is a tale of a young black prince, as he travels through time and space in search of tolerance. This journey follows the magical transport of melanin from Dante’s royal palace in Africa to an unknown land of racism and bigotry in the United States of America. With the wave of his magical pen, Dante’s skin color determines his fate as he faces the Black experience in different time periods of American history. Determined to reclaim his Black Boy Joy, Dante continues his expedition in hopes of attaining social justice for all one day.

It is well known that cultural humility must begin in the early stages of childhood development. Despite this, modern curriculums worldwide diminish what should be an accurate, meaningful and rich portrayal of black history. While providing snapshots of Dante’s inequitable experiences, Dr. Phillips and Jordan's narrative aims to assist children of all colors to understand the importance of being a part of the revolution that disembarks racism. By assisting children with eliminating racial discrimination, our nation will pave the path of bringing peace, hope, inclusivity and love for all one day. Rather than sheltering our children from the truth, it is our job to hand them the tools necessary to navigate a world that welcomes all.

4-in-1 face mask/headband hybrid.

Acrylic on canvas, 30” x 40”. 2020.

Acrylic and Oil on canvas, 63” x 90”. 2021.

Acrylic and Oil on canvas, 48” x 60”. 2022.

Acrylic and oil on canvas. 2023

Acrylic on canvas, 36” x 60”. 2021. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 50” x 50”. 2020

Acrylic on canvas, 36” x 48”. 2020. private collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 36” x 60”. 2020. Donated to WACO Theater.

Acrylic on canvas, 36” x 60”. 2021. Private collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 48” x 60”. 2020. Private Collection- SOLD.

Photo by Courteney Morris ©

Acrylic on canvas, 84” x 40”. 2021.

Acrylic on canvas, 48” x 48”. 2021. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 40” x 37”, 2021. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 40” x 40”. 2021.

Acrylic on canvas, 36” x 60”, 2021.

Acrylic on canvas. 48” x 48” . 2020

Acrylic on canvas, 40” x 48”. 2021.

Acrylic on canvas. 30” x 40”. 2020. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas. 36” x 48” . 2020. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas. 60” x 72” . 2020. Donated to WACO Theater Center.

Acrylic on canvas. 40” x 40” . 2021. private collection.

Custom Frame by Chris Jordan.

Acrylic on canvas, 60” x 60”. 2020. $3,000..

Photos by Courteney Morris ©

Acrylic on canvas, 48” x 60”. 2021. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 30” x 40”. 2020. Private Collection.

Acrylic on canvas, 48” x 84”. 2021. $3,000.

Acrylic on canvas, 48” x 60”. 2021. NOT FOR SALE. Inspired by original portrait by Michael Aboya ©