Tag Archives: AFrica

An Artist’s Journal: Namibia, Genocide

Posted on January 29, 2015 by jeanevogelart

There is a buffer of land, between the dunes of the desert and the last streets of the affluent white residents of Swakopmund: a cemetery. One-tenth is modern. Tall palms are planted between neat plots with stately carved marble stones … Continue reading →

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An Artist’s Journey: Namibia, Safari

Posted on January 28, 2015 by jeanevogelart

There is no trip in the world like a safari. Lions roaring at night as you try to sleep in a tent… happening upon ANOTHER herd of springbok, and feeling a bit jaded, hoping desperately to find a rare black … Continue reading →

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An Artist’s Journey: Namibia, Heritage Stolen

Posted on January 23, 2015 by jeanevogelart

When you steal a culture’s art, you steal their soul. When you vandalize their art, their ritual objects, you attack an entire people. Tonight, I feel violated. This is not a happy story. It is certainly not an expected story. … Continue reading →

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