Esmaa Mohamoud
Faith in the Seeds 1
Toronto, Canada: Self-published, 2020
21.6 × 30.5 × 22.9 cm
Edition of 12 [+ 1AP]
"The dandelion, though a wildflower, is commonly labelled as a weed to be eradicated at all costs, believed to ruin landscapes with its pervasiveness. Due to many qualities, including to its strong roots, the dandelion is one of the most resilient plants—thriving in many difficult conditions. One of the most magical aspects of the dandelion is its ability to spread its seeds through the air to grow and thrive in new places. This makes me think of the African diaspora and how we, as Black people, have had to spread our seeds and thrive and grow in new places. As such, this wildflower is here used to symbolize the ability to rise above life’s challenges. This work is dedicated to the resilience of the Black community and in particular, to those we’ve lost to police brutality. I want this installation to serve as a reminder of the resilience of Black people and as a beacon of hope for future generations.”
- Esmaa Mohamoud
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