Why the name Ancestral Blessings Art?

My work, "Ancestral Blessings: Inspirations from God, Designed by the Ancestors," is a tribute to the African and African American ancestors who came before us. Through my art, I honor their lives, sacrifices, and resilience. I believe that we, as African Americans, stand on the shoulders of those who supported, carried, and fought for us.
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My creative process is deeply spiritual, allowing me to connect with the ancestors who paved the way, often without seeing the fruits of their labor. Their contributions and sacrifices are the foundation of my existence. My work reflects their legacy, and I acknowledge that "I am" because of them. Without their influence, there would be no Antoinette Savage, and my art is a continuous expression of gratitude for their enduring impact.

Aunt LuBella Knight
Photography by Tracy Allen-Turner

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