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Ayannie Peake is a Washington, DC based contemporary artist who creates art using a variety of genres, media, and styles. She is best known for her realistic and abstract medium-scale portraits of family, friends, and celebrities that focus on emotions and passions. Much of her current artworks incorporate African symbolism, spirituality, and advocacy. The Adinkra symbols have what is referred to as multilayered meanings. This means that the messages in her artworks may have many different levels of interpretation. The goal of her art practice is to capture the deep and essential themes that impact life and humanity.  Her artwork has been featured in distinguished publications and displayed in many exhibitions. With over a decade of teaching experience, Ayannie is also an Art Educator in DC Public Schools.