The Art of Dantrel Bonae Powerful , vibrant , and dramatic . These are the words that come to mind when describing the artwork of Dantrel Bonae. Raised in the Southern Bible Belt region of the United states , Dantrel’s work exuberates the history and culture that is synonymous with the Deep South . “ When I create a piece , I draw from the stories that were told to me by my grandmother and other elders in my family , Thus honoring their sacrifice . “ ~Dantrel Bonae~ In June of 2008 , Dantrel Bonae was Commissioned by the state of Texas to create ten pieces for The Texas Institute For The Preservation Of History and Culture . These pieces will remain enshrined in the Kennedy Building , on the campus of Prairie View A&M University forever. “ I feel completely honored that my artwork was chosen to reside in an institute that represents the strength and resolve of a people who endured so many atrocities and hardships along the road to freedom , and , we as their descendants benefit from their sacrifice. “ ~Dantrel Bonae The works that Dantrel created for the Institute will be featured in a PBS T.V. Special called “ Juneteenth “ which Features State Rep. Al Edwards “ father of the State recognized Juneteenth holiday . “