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This mixed-media work on paper is one of ten pieces in the Forbidden Pages Collection and is inspired by Before She Was Harriet by Lesa Cline-Ransome. The book, which introduces young readers to the life of Harriet Tubman through a reverse chronology, was the second title on Duval County's list of 176 banned school library books.
Through layered names, ISBN references, barcodes, and vibrant geometric forms, the work honors Tubman's many identities and extraordinary journey from enslavement to legendary freedom fighter.
Part of Forbidden Pages, the piece uses art to spark dialogue about censorship, access to literature, and the enduring power of resilience and storytelling.
2023-2024
19” H x 12.5” W (48.26 x 31.75 centimeters)
Letterpress, linoleum print, collage, color pencil on 100 lbs. French paper
In private collection
This mixed-media work on paper is one of ten pieces in the Forbidden Pages Collection and is inspired by Before She Was Harriet by Lesa Cline-Ransome. The book, which introduces young readers to the life of Harriet Tubman through a reverse chronology, was the second title on Duval County's list of 176 banned school library books.
Through layered names, ISBN references, barcodes, and vibrant geometric forms, the work honors Tubman's many identities and extraordinary journey from enslavement to legendary freedom fighter.
Part of Forbidden Pages, the piece uses art to spark dialogue about censorship, access to literature, and the enduring power of resilience and storytelling.
2023-2024
19” H x 12.5” W (48.26 x 31.75 centimeters)
Letterpress, linoleum print, collage, color pencil on 100 lbs. French paper
In private collection