Waters of Ashanti – Work in Progress. A new painting inspired by Akan heritage and Adinkra symbolism, being developed for the upcoming Swarthmore Staff Exhibition.

"The artifacts were silent until we gave them a voice. Now, the story continues in thread."

Following the powerful energy of the Jah Fire Burning performance at Seven Arts—where we used museum objects to tell the living history of the Leeds Rastafari community—I am moved to share the next chapter of this journey. My latest textile works are now officially exhibiting at Leeds City Museum in the Leeds Gallery.

This exhibition is more than a display; it is a follow-up to the rhythms we shared on stage. It is a translation of ancestral wisdom into permanent fiber art. From the "Frontline" of Chapeltown to the hallowed halls of the city’s archives, I am exploring how our history can be both felt in a bassline and touched in a stitch.

Blog Excerpt: Threads of the Frontline

"The sound system wasn't just music; it was our heartbeat, our newsroom, and our sanctuary."

In a recent featured interview with Yorkshire Bylines, I stepped back in time to the streets of Chapeltown to explore the profound legacy of sound system culture. For the local Black community, these towering speakers were the cornerstone of our identity—a rhythmic "Frontline" where ancestral roots met modern resistance.

But how do you capture a sound in a stitch?

I discuss how my latest textile collection, Frontline, translates those heavy basslines and cultural memories into tangible art. From the grit of the streets to the wisdom of our elders, my work aims to ensure these stories aren't just heard in the past, but felt in the present.