Like many African Americans, I do not know from which country my African ancestors originated. To fill this void, I look for connections to African spiritual traditions and images in a variety of cultures. Once I find imagery that resonates within, I interpret and absorb them to make them my own. The paintings in this series are inspired by art from Benin, Samburu, Maasai, and Bamileke, and other African cultures. I am exploring symbolism, icons, affects and effects that resonate within. By doing so, I seek a bond with those cultures as I try to demystify my past.
Title: Bamileke
Artist: Cora Marshall
Size: 15" x 15"
Media: Giclee
Edition: 100
NOTE: Giclee prints are made with archival materials and are hand-signed by the artist. Each print comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.