Journey
A Modern African Tarot
The fourth card in A Modern African Tarot shifts the journey from introspection to embodiment. Where O FOOL begins the walk, I MAGICIAN channels intention, and II HIGH PRIESTESS guards sacred insight, III EMPRESS celebrates manifestation. She is the archetype of fertility, creativity, and prosperity—reimagined here through the lens of African womanhood, economic power, and communal abundance.
By Vongani Bandi26 days ago in Art
Space Between the Brushstrokes
I used to believe that real artists were always working. Every photo I saw online showed someone painting late into the night, hands stained with color, eyes burning with passion. Sketchbooks were always open. Canvases were always half-finished. The message was clear: if you weren’t constantly creating, you were falling behind.
By Jhon smith26 days ago in Art
Indoor vs Outdoor Amusement Parks
1. Industry Context and Structural Shifts The amusement industry is no longer driven solely by novelty or scale. It is increasingly shaped by macroeconomic prudence, urban density, climate volatility, and evolving leisure behavior. Investors and operators are re-evaluating legacy assumptions about land use, attendance cycles, and capital intensity. In this environment, the comparison between indoor and outdoor amusement models has shifted from a conceptual debate to a strategic decision with long-term financial implications.
By Beston Amusement Rides28 days ago in Art
A Modern African Tarot
The third card in A Modern African Tarot deepens the journey begun by O FOOL and I MAGICIAN. Where the Fool steps into possibility and the Magician channels intention, the High Priestess turns inward—toward silence, intuition, and ancestral knowing. She is the guardian of mystery, the voice between worlds, and the embodiment of spiritual depth.
By Vongani Bandiabout a month ago in Art
A Modern African Tarot
Tarot has always been more than cards—it’s a mirror, a guide, a way to tell our stories. For centuries, the decks most people know—like the Rider Waite Smith—have been built on European imagery and symbolism. Castles, knights, biblical archetypes… powerful in their context, but distant for those of us whose roots and rhythms are African. These images speak to a worldview shaped by medieval Europe, but they often feel foreign when held in African hands.
By Vongani Bandiabout a month ago in Art
A Modern African Tarot
This card marks the beginning of a powerful journey—a series of African-themed Major Arcana reimaginings that will culminate in the final card: The World. Each card in this series is designed to reflect modern African life, symbolism, and spirit, offering a fresh lens through which to explore timeless archetypes. We begin, as all journeys do, with O FOOL.
By Vongani Bandiabout a month ago in Art
More Than Pleasing: Art and Environment
Let us begin with the premise that being environmentally conscious does not imply being flawless; rather, it means being mindful of what needs to be done to make our earth a better place for future generations.
By Avocado Nunzella BSc (Psych) -- M.A.P about a month ago in Art
The Unnamed: Chronicles of a Faceless Journey
There is a VHS tape somewhere in my mind, dusty and forgotten, labeled simply "LIFE." It sits among relics I cannot name—fragments of bone, the architecture of a ribcage, remnants of what once was. I have been thinking about this tape recently, wondering if anyone would bother to play it. Wondering what they would find if they did.
By Prompted Beautyabout a month ago in Art
Why Musical Adaptations Shine in Local and Community Theater Settings
Musical adaptations have long held a special place in the world of local and community theater. Their vibrant storytelling, emotional depth, and the seamless blend of dialogue, music, and movement make them irresistible to both performers and audiences. But what truly puts them apart is their amazing ability to breathe new life into beloved stories while inviting local talent to shine. Whether staged in a modest high school auditorium or a bustling community arts center, musical adaptations deliver a shared, immersive experience that resonates long after the curtain falls.
By Brandon Honeyabout a month ago in Art
