POC-A-HOE

Rendered in a Boondocks-inspired style, this self-portrait revisits Allen Maldonado’s teenage years through the lens of his alter ego, Poc-a-hoe—a name forged and reclaimed on the streets of Rialto. The work captures a formative period defined by resilience, humor, and survival, where identity was shaped as much by environment as by intention.

Balancing satire with autobiography, the piece transforms lived experience into visual narrative—honoring the grit of youth while asserting authorship over story and self. Executed in acrylic and sealed with a high-gloss resin finish, the surface amplifies presence and permanence, elevating personal history into a powerful contemporary statement.

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Medium: Acrylic with resin finish
Dimensions: 36" W × 48" H