Wednesday, June 6, 2007

Protest Art-80cmx50cm(silk ribbons,steel pins)


The subject matter is a Protea. This particular symbol is used as a National road sign in the Western Cape. A flower is the feminine symbol in nature and is used in this work as a Tribute to the social tragedy affecting millions of woman and children in South Africa.
The red ribbon creates awareness for HIV/aids. The white ribbon symbolizes unity against abuse on woman and children. The pink ribbon creates awareness for breast cancer amongst woman.

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