“I think there's something important in going against the grain and per...” — Kehinde Wiley Quote

“I think there's something important in going against the grain and perhaps finding value in things that aren't necessarily institutionally recognized.”

“What is portraiture? It's choice. It's the ability to position your body in the world for the world to celebrate you on your own terms.”

“I think the pairing of your material practice with your subject is something that is the constant concern of every artist for time immemorial.”

“Me, I like to go against the grain.”

“We not afraid, we outspoken, we go against the grain. I do love that about our generation.”

“I like naturally occurring film grain, and what happens to film when it's under- and over-exposed.”