Life Sheets

Black, far from being negative, symbolizes depth, identity, and African spirituality. It is a color of strength, memory, and resistance. The fragments of broken mirror remind us of the wounds of African history, but also of resilience. I show that with its scattered pieces, we can rebuild a beautiful and coherent form. It is a metaphor of Africa rebuilding itself without denying its scars, its origin, and its identity. The cannabis leaf, often a symbol of life, heritage, and nature, is used in medicine to treat certain ailments. It can reduce stress, promote sleep, and intervene in other therapeutic areas. It embodies a reminder to African descendants of the union that reigned between our ancestors. Also, it is used in ancestral rituals to travel from the physical to the spiritual world. During the period of slavery, it was a union that represented a form of rebellion in the eyes of the colonizers. Unfortunately, this knowledge has not been passed down through generations, which has caused a break in the link with the motherland and ancestral heritage. In conclusion, through this work, I invite African peoples to unite, reconnect with the roots of their ancestors, and keep in mind that even broken, we can shine. Even in darkness, Africa retains its light.