This mixed-media work on paper is one of thirty-four in the Forbidden Pages Collection, which draws inspiration from Lesa Clive-Ransome's "Before She Was Harriet." This book holds the distinction of being the second book on Duval County's list of 176 banned books from school libraries. "Before She Was Harriet" begins with an elderly Harriet Tubman on a train and tells her life story chronologically in reverse, aimed at an audience of 4 to 8-year-olds.
The collection centers around a central theme, focusing on the remarkable figure of Harriet Tubman, known by various names throughout her life. Through a dynamic interplay of diverse names, clues linked to International Standard Book Numbers (ISBN) and their corresponding barcodes, and vibrant geometric shapes, this collection pays tribute to Tubman's journey from humble beginnings to legendary hero. It showcases her extraordinary bravery and boundless compassion, highlighting her enduring legacy.
2024
Letterpress, linoleum print, collage, color pencil on 100 lbs. French paper
19 × 12.5 inches (48.26 x 31.75 cm
In Private Collection
This mixed-media work on paper is one of thirty-four in the Forbidden Pages Collection, which draws inspiration from Lesa Clive-Ransome's "Before She Was Harriet." This book holds the distinction of being the second book on Duval County's list of 176 banned books from school libraries. "Before She Was Harriet" begins with an elderly Harriet Tubman on a train and tells her life story chronologically in reverse, aimed at an audience of 4 to 8-year-olds.
The collection centers around a central theme, focusing on the remarkable figure of Harriet Tubman, known by various names throughout her life. Through a dynamic interplay of diverse names, clues linked to International Standard Book Numbers (ISBN) and their corresponding barcodes, and vibrant geometric shapes, this collection pays tribute to Tubman's journey from humble beginnings to legendary hero. It showcases her extraordinary bravery and boundless compassion, highlighting her enduring legacy.
2024
Letterpress, linoleum print, collage, color pencil on 100 lbs. French paper
19 × 12.5 inches (48.26 x 31.75 cm
In Private Collection
