Kalief began painting at 17 years old, teaching himself through curiosity and a commitment to personal growth and achievement. His fine art practice is shaped less by formal instruction and more by observing life with intention. For him, fine art is more than a technical practice it is a space to question, challenge, and invite conversation . His pieces reflect the same qualities that shape him as a person: curiosity, intellect, and a sense of purposeful activism, always delivered with his signature sense of style.