Alphonse Lane has been a painter since 1979, and as of 2024, he will have dedicated 45 years to his craft. His body of work is created under the three Americans Art® Trademark and reflects a profound narrative about the wounds encountered throughout life, which can stem from various experiences. As individuals age, they often gain clarity about the events that have shaped their existence.

This website explores the toxic experiences that can impact one's life. Lane's journey includes a significant event that occurred when he was just 18 months old—he was severely burned in a fire, a traumatic incident that profoundly influenced the trajectory of his life. Such experiences can leave lasting scars—physically, mentally, emotionally, and psychologically—which individuals carry with them indefinitely.

The images presented on this website visually represent the wounds Lane has endured. For him, these artworks carry deep personal significance. He expresses a desire for beauty, motivated by what he perceives as the harsh reality of burn scars. Lane views art as a means to explore and create beauty, serving as a pathway to transcend his past experiences. His goal is to transform these painful memories into something constructive, enhancing his life and allowing him to move beyond the scars that have shaped him.