“Described as the ‘Sufi Frida Kahlo’, Maïmouna Guerresi’s iconic figurative photographs are celebrated for their ethereal beauty and the message of global unity they sing. In a rich tapestry of cultural and religious allusion, her works weave together the Afro-Asian symbolism, Catholic iconography, and contemporary cultural comment, speaking of a shared humanity beyond borders. Raised by a deeply religious Catholic family, she found her true spiritual calling after journeying to Senegal where her eyes were opened to the mystic traditions of West African Islam.
After her conversion, she adopted a new name, a new identity, and her artistic practice turned its gaze towards a spiritual path. Tracing her personal relationship with her newfound faith and her place in the world as a Muslim woman, her work returns to the image of the feminine divine. In places where women have historically been marginalised, she celebrates their cosmic power and demands that they command respect and representation.” More here.