“Doudou” derived from the French means “sweet” and can also refer to a pacifier. In West Africa, it’s sometimes used as a derogatory term for a foolish person, which may connect to the term “dohdoh.” These works reflect an attempt at a nuanced celebration of Carnival, focusing on traditional characters and incorporating the spirit of the moko jumbie to explore themes of transnational commentary sometimes via the use of picong and mother tongue. Acrylic and graphite on wood panel