Watering

2023 | Acrylic On Canvas, Unframed

This African contemporary painting is a quiet meditation on self-care—a woman tending to herself with the same patience and gentleness she might offer a growing plant. The intimate scene evokes emotional healing and personal growth, where nurturing is slow, deliberate, and unapologetic.

Part of a series exploring wholeness in solitude, the work celebrates the quiet strength of African women and the beauty found in everyday rituals. It invites reflection on the resilience and dignity rooted in choosing oneself.

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