Godlyn Lyte cannot recall the precise moment when she resolved to pursue a career in art. She recollects that painting, drawing, and crafting with scrap fabrics were integral parts of her childhood. To the best of her memory, art always held a pivotal role in her life, and her mother endorsed her decision to pursue this craft once her academic achievements were on par.
At present, Lyte practises her craft across various mediums, excelling as a fashion designer, painter, jeweller, and sculptor. These diverse artistic outlets allow Lyte to express her unique individuality.
During her upbringing, Lyte was keenly aware of the erasure of African culture resulting from slavery and subsequent colonisation after its abolition. She sought to reconnect with her roots through her artistic expressions. Lyte explained that her art serves as “an ode to my ancestors and an appreciation for those who have gone before.”