This new body of work continues my exploration of the history of black hair being used as a means of survival. From sowing grains in our hair to using various braid patterns as a means to communicate or even as a map our hair has played a crucial role in the survival of our ancestors. 

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In parallel quilts were used to depict hidden messages along the Underground Railroad to help guide escaped slaves. 

With this body of work I am exploring the connection that can be found between the history of black hair and quilting; exploring how both were used as an essential means to our ancestors survival while also commenting on their innovation which we continue to see throughout black culture today. 

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