Paintwineology Party with Tekie!

Tekie Russom was born in Asmara, Eritrea in East Africa. He became a US citizen in 2016. Tekie Russom studied art at the IRC Fine Arts Institution in Ethiopia prior to moving to the US. Over the years he has worked as a part time artist and participated in numerous art events and exhibitions in East Africa and in the US, particularly in Atlanta and Houston. Tekie Russom moved to Houston in 2013, considers Houston his hometown and finds inspiration for his art in everyday things like the vibration of music, the expression of feelings and considers art a natural reflection of life. He is a mixed media artist specializing in acrylic and resin. Tekie considers himself a positive person, and he welcomes every day as a blessing. He finds expression of peace and beauty everywhere his painting reflects his rest for life and his love. He is all about positivity and joy!