Robert paints and makes art beyond the confines of convention. He uses historical and contemporary themes that have a direct relationship to his African ancestors. His abstract figurative art is layered with spiritual undertones. He consistently delivers pure, boundless art that travels across the African Diaspora and reaches the human family.

Daniels’ signature style is defined by his use of linear planes; dynamic patterns and textures that provide a creative narrative and microcosm of activity, making the work thought provoking and emotionally accessible. He works on canvas, paper, cloth, wood, clay and recycled materials. He builds his compositions using color and well edited markings of other mediums such as oil crayons, acrylic pens, color pencils and inks. Roberts’ images are bold, yet remarkably intricate and refined. The results–the painting breathes vivid color and unforgettable imagery. His work has won many awards and has been featured in books and newspaper articles.

Robert was born, raised and educated ( k-12) in Mount Vernon, New York. He was a noted athlete, having won a high school and college national track & field championship. He studied art at Texas A&I University before returning back to New York to receive his BA from Herbert H.Lehman College in the Bronx, New York.

Robert has taught art on all educational levels (k-12) in the educational system of New York City. He has taught workshops and consulted on art programs/projects in the United States and in Italy. He has designed book covers as well as CD covers. His art is in private collections around the world.