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https://www.miakora.com/fabric-map-of-africa
Navigating the Map
I’m honoured and humbled at the impact this map has had, and how it has evoked a range of strong opinions. When art impacts society and shines a light on culture and tradition, it serves as an important educational tool.
This map was born during lockdown. It was created as a mood board to inspire my next collection based on my love of African textiles and patterns. It took time to evolve, and I was constantly editing images until it was aesthetically pleasing and showed a range of fabrics.
The map is a visual representation of the richness and beauty of African fabrics. It is an artistic reflection. Art sees no political boundaries, cast, religion or gender. Art in its truest form speaks across all barriers and lines. The map’s aim is to spread positivity and joy.
It was never to offend anyone or to detract from the value of certain communities and their heritage. It was merely to shine a light on the diversity, ingenuity and vibrancy of African textiles. […]
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