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Showing posts with label Africa The Beautiful. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Africa The Beautiful. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

A Brief Tribute To Africa's Ancient Queens (pt. I)

Omu Of Asaba: Have to Start with Granny. She may not be an ancient queen but she's definitely a modern one. Now to the ancients...















Queen Nefertiti: She was the wife of Akhenaton, the King credited with the concept of one God as practiced in most societies today. She resisted the cultural change emerging in kemet at the time that gave women lower status than men by openly performing religious rituals with her husband and appearing side by side with him to the fury of the dominant religious authorities.










Queen Nandi(1778-1826):
Mother of the of the great Shaka the Zulu, she overcame many obstacles including exile. Through it all she was able to raise one of Africa's most revered leaders and warriors.










Queen Tiye (1415-1340BC): The standard of beauty in the ancient world, this Queen held the title of Great Royal Wife to Amenhotep the III. After the end of her husband's reign, she governed Kemet for almost half a century with great efficiency.










Queen Amina (1588-1589):The leading warrior of Zaire, her military skills brought her immense wealth and power. She is widely known as "the woman capable as a man" because of her military skills.












Queen Nzingha (1582-1663): A military leader who waged war against the European invaders. Her struggle inspired other royal warriors Africa in the resistance against European invaders.













Monday, May 26, 2008

A Celebration of African Heritage and Culture

The African festival hosted by Brooklyn Academy of Music was held on memorial day weekend. I was able to attend the Bazaar which aims to replicate the typical african market place. The event showcased artwork, fashion, literature, music, etc from African, afro-carribean and african american cultures. I had a blast celebrating the beauty of our wonderful culture and heritage and understanding even more its influence in the world. I also have to admit that I enjoyed seeing many sisters and brothers rocking fros and dreadlocks...:)









Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Africa The Beautiful

Africa is the most beautiful continent in the world! At least that's what I've heard from so many people who've been there and enjoyed the landscapes, wildlife, blend of western imports and traditions and of course, the friendly, spirited, strong-willed people. And I am very inclined to agree. Africa has everything to offer and that is no understatement. The fact that it is the second largest continent in the world explains it in part. The images below attempts to pay tribute to the areas and people of Afra-Motherland.

Wednesday, April 9, 2008