Yasmine

This painting, imbued with a special meaning, strategically brings together the colors of the flag of Côte d’Ivoire. In painting this painting, I wanted to pay tribute to my country, and integrate its colors into my art. The green background symbolizes hope and prosperity, the orange scarf represents the vitality and wealth of our land, and the map of Africa drawn in white embodies the purity and unity of the continent.

The woman represented in this painting is an Ivorian, proudly wearing the colors of her country. Her pose, slightly turned, highlights the map of Africa drawn around her face, thus accentuating the pride of her African identity.

The painting tells the story of African unity and solidarity. The map of Africa, placed in such a way as to be clearly visible, symbolizes the interconnection of African cultures and peoples as one. As an Ivorian woman, this painting is the one that represents me the most. It reflects my pride in belonging to this magnificent continent and my desire to celebrate our diverse cultures and identities.