Lovely Crown African Mask warfare Stand firm in the faith

Stand firm in the faith

This piece is the first in Thomas' "Fallen Soldier" series

contributing to the creation of beautiful and intricate patterns that are often seen in African carvings

my world would come undone

They journeyed from place to place by wagon to deliver sermons and provide religious services to communities that lacked permanent churches

Lovely Crown African Mask warfare Stand firm in the faithMy hair is my crown, a resplendent emblem of my heritage that I wear with unwavering pride. This natural halo, with every coil and kink, narrates the legacy of resilience and beauty that courses through my veins, connecting me to ancestors whose spirits were indomitable. It defies the narrow confines of conventional beauty standards, asserting the richness of diversity in its most authentic form. My hair is not just strands to be managed; it's a