Artwork: Okoto

The crab moves side to side but is always making progress.- Ewe ProverbIn Twi the crab is called okoto. The Akan say the crab is hard to draw out of it's hole, but once out is a fierce warrior.In Haiti, {quote}ti crab{quote} is a term of endearment or affection for a loved one meaning little crab.This is part of a series to be auctioned to benefit Sheenway Schools in LA and Ghana.
Okoto, 20" x 16" hand stitched ankara cloth

 

The crab moves side to side but is always making progress. 

- Ewe Proverb 

In Twi the crab is called okoto. The Akan say the crab is hard to draw out of it's hole, but once out is a fierce warrior. 

In Haiti, "ti crab" is a term of endearment or affection for a loved one meaning little crab. 

This is part of a series to be auctioned to benefit Sheenway Schools in LA and Ghana.