The reluctant cop who sculpted away his sorrow

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Son of a civil rights leader in New Jersey, Kevin Sampson was pushed to become a policeman to help his community. He faced racism both from colleagues and the public alike, but ended up winning national accolades for his artistry in drawing wanted posters. Then when a series of tragedies struck his family, Kevin started compulsively making sculptures, using his art to heal himself, and is now celebrated by the art world.  Clips from: Hey Arthur / Greg Bailey / PBS / Oasis Animation Presenter: Seyi Rhodes Producer: Louise Morris Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com or WhatsApp +44 330 678 2707 (Photo: Kevin Sampson with his Mr Imagination sculpture. Credit: Kevin Sampson)