Braid And Stitch

Dimensions: 29W 35L
Denkyem in Ghana is the traditional name for crocodile or alligator, this creature is seen to be very strong since it can stay for long periods at a time under water. 
 
Denkyem is one of Ghana’s Edinkra symbols, these  animal symbols are popularly called  totems, when likened to this creature you are seen as strong, powerful, highly enduring, and some one who will persevere through all of life’s struggles and challenges and always  bounce back even stronger than ever.
 
Artist Statement.
Work is raw edge appliqued and machine quilted. Hand dyed fabric and Kente Print.