I talked to Talle Bamazi at “A Point of Departure: paintings by Ron Anderson and a celebration with friends.”

Tell me about the piece.

This is one of Ron Anderson’s students. Her look determined a lot. Through her eyes you can read the soul of this world. Who am I? I love being a black woman.

What is your primary medium?

Oil on linen.

What are the challenges with working with oil and linen?

I have an old school process. I must stretch the linen.

Do you have a favorite piece?

Asking me which is my favorite piece is like asking me which my favorite child. All of them are precious to me.

Is there a common theme in your work?

Yes, the calabash.