Tafui

Born in Kingston, Jamaica. Tafui’s work spans various media, which includes fine art and product design.

She holds a D.E.C in studio arts from Dawson College & a B.F.A. in Design from Concordia University. Her work is inspired by deconstructing cultures into their base elements and symbols, looking for the similarities and relationships they share. Upon researching her ancestral history, She was led to study pre-colonial groups from West Africa and began to notice the similarities of indigenous cultures throughout the globe. The use of pattern-making and symbolism as a sconce of storytelling was not only in Africa but worldwide.

Her public art experience includes the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Mural Festival & Winter Arts Festival. She has exhibited at the Vancouver Art Gallery and is a part of city of Ottawa and the Bank of Jamaica Public Art collection.

Tafui's work speaks to the Jamaican motto, “Out of many, one people” and how that outlook aligns with all people. Understanding of our histories and shared experiences, we become united, as people, as cultures, and to the earth.

The use of a minimal colour palette, primarily black and white, gives access to people who are colour blind or have limited vision.

Artist Website: shoptafui.com