Painting by Danial kelly 52 Artworks Sold

Rickys Fate

Acrylic, Wood (Requires Framing)

60cm (W) x 60cm (H) x 3cm (D)

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Artwork Description

"Ricky’s Fate" – 24x24" Acrylic on Wood Panel

This piece captures one of the most heartbreaking and iconic moments in cinema history—the tragic drive-by shooting of Ricky Baker in Boyz n the Hood (1991). The scene, seared into pop culture, depicts Lloyd Avery II's character aiming the double-barrel shotgun from a red car, moments before altering the course of the story.

Beyond the screen, Lloyd Avery II’s life took a dark, almost eerie turn. After portraying the ruthless Crenshaw Mafia member responsible for Ricky’s murder, Avery got deeply involved in gang life, eventually serving a prison sentence for real-life murders. He was later killed in prison in 2005 under chilling circumstances (google it), making his connection to this scene even more haunting.

Size: 24x24"
Medium: Acrylic on wood panel
Year: 2025

This painting merges cinematic nostalgia with real-life tragedy, making it a powerful collector’s piece for fans of hip-hop, urban culture, and film history.

Artist Bio

Danial Kelly
First Nations Australian
Wodi Wodi / Yuin Nation

Art, in all its forms, is my essence—my passion, my compass. I move through life guided by creative expression, embracing every medium the moment calls for. From expansive murals to intricate paper works, my practice spans styles and scales, ever-shifting with each day.

My work has been exhibited across Australia and the U.S., from Sydney and Wollongong to The Bronx, Montana, and Philadelphia. I’ve had the honour of contributing to album art for iconic artists such as Westside Gunn, DJ Muggs, Cypress Hill, N.W.A., and many more.

At the heart of my work is an invitation—to step into my world, to feel something familiar and warm, to be transported to a simpler time. My goal is always to create, in whatever way I can—representing music, visual art, film, or the preservation and celebration of culture.

Keeping culture alive is not just a practice—it’s an honour and a responsibility. Through storytelling, I share the spirit of my people, bridging gaps in understanding, and offering insight through art and memory.

Come escape with me. Embrace the journey.
Life’s too short not to feel deeply.

With love,
Danial

Commissions

Danial's studio is in NSW