A Visual Guide to Vèvè: Vodou Symbols & Cosmograms
WEBDiscover the intricate art of Vodou symbols with our visual guide to the vèvè of Haitian Vodou. Immerse yourself in the heart of spirituality and tradition and learn the significance behind each symbol.
Haitian Vodou art - Wikipedia
WEBThe most distinctive Vodou art form is the drapo Vodou, an embroidered flag often decorated with sequins or beads, but the term covers a wide range of visual art forms including paintings, embroidered clothing, clay or …
Haitian Vodou - Wikipedia
WEBHaitian Vodou[a] (/ ˈvoʊduː /) is an African diasporic religion that developed in Haiti between the 16th and 19th centuries. It arose through a process of syncretism between several traditional religions of West and Central Africa and Roman Catholicism.
Explore the Timeless World of Vodou, Deep Within the Caves of Haiti
WEBBut deep within the caves outside Saint-Michel de l’Attalaye, beneath the mountain-ringed northern edge of the island nation’s central plateau, there was no light. Troi Anderson had to feel ...
Vodoun Symbols for Their Gods - Learn Religions
WEBJul 3, 2019 · Vodoun religious practices commonly include appealing to the loa (lwa), or spirits, and inviting them to temporarily take possession of (or "ride") human bodies so that they may communicate directly with believers. The ceremonies commonly include drumming, chanting, dancing and the drawing of symbols known as veves (vevers).
The Modern and Macabre Vodou of Haiti - Atlas Obscura
WEBJun 27, 2014 · A macabre sculpture museum in the capital of Haiti fuses human bones with broken metal to create challenging contemporary art.
Inside the voodoo rituals of Haiti - National Geographic
WEBJul 6, 2004 · In Haiti voodoo is recognized as a religion. Here are some of its rituals and what it means to believers.
The Mystical Traditions of Haitian Vodou: Loas, Rituals, and …
WEBJun 15, 2023 · The loas are often depicted in Haitian Vodou art and iconography, and they are often represented by specific symbols or objects. For example, the loa Papa Legba, who is considered to be the gatekeeper between the human world and the spirit world, is often depicted with a cane and a straw hat.
A visual exploration of Voodoo - Art UK
WEBDec 15, 2017 · Artists like Chris Ofili, Sonia Boyce and Wifredo Lam challenge the colonialist rhetoric upholding these Voodoo tropes, and emulate Voodoo aesthetics in their art. Moreover, in their work, Voodoo becomes a vessel through which to champion African heritage and and dissect colonialist thought.
Vodou’s Vibrant Pantheon: An Introduction to the Loa
WEBNov 9, 2023 · It’s thought that these spirits have an interest in humanity, and each of them plays a different role in the lives of their believers. In this article, we outline different Vodou symbols, the Loa they’re associated with, and their importance.