New Heights

2021

New Heights is inspired by Monroe’s journey of moving to New York City just before the COVID-19 pandemic, the image captures the feeling of standing within reach of what once felt untouchable—where aspiration meets arrival.

The title reflects both physical and metaphorical elevation, Through themes of Black wealth, power, and presence, the subject gazes out over the city’s expansive skyline, embodying ambition, resilience, and forward momentum. The composition emphasizes perspective and scale, reinforcing the idea of rising above circumstance and stepping confidently into greater possibility. New Heights sets the tone for the residency, inviting all who enter to see themselves reflected in a future defined by growth, vision, and elevation.