Make a statement in any room with this framed poster, printed on thick matte paper. The wood frames from renewable forests add an extra touch of class.
• Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
• Paper weight: 189 g/m²
• Lightweight
• Acrylite front protector
• Hanging hardware included
• Blank product components in the US sourced from Japan and the US
• Blank product components in the EU sourced from Japan and Latvia
How to attach hooks on 24″ × 36″ horizontal frames:
Place each of the mounting hooks 1 inch (2.5 cm) from frame corners when hanging horizontally.
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Framed poster -The Elephant in the Room
Years ago, I formed a friendship with a brother who had traveled to the U.S. from Africa. During one of our conversations, we found ourselves discussing the topic of gay rights. He made a startling assertion: "There are no gay people in Africa." At that moment, silence enveloped us both. His words lingered in the air, leading me to ponder whether denial and deep-seated homophobia fueled his belief.
Across the vast continent of Africa, LGBTQIA+ individuals are caught in a storm of relentless opposition to their identities, navigating a landscape riddled with significant legal and social barriers. They face an alarming reality, often marked by hostility and discrimination.
Historically, it's crucial to remember that diverse sexualities and gender expressions have thrived throughout Africa’s civilizations. Yet today, a prevailing climate of negative attitudes towards LGBTQIA+ identities persists. While there are glimmers of progress in some regions, an unsettling divide is emerging between countries that are advancing LGBTQIA+ rights and those that are regressively clinging to outdated beliefs.
In response to this ongoing struggle, I've created this artwork that speaks to the pervasive discrimination and intolerance faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in Africa. Its minimalistic yet striking design was crafted with intention, demanding attention and reflection. It serves as a poignant reminder of the work that still needs to be done and the voices that need to be heard.
Artwork Title: The Elephant in the Room
Medium: Digital Art
© Tamiko Greene. Artworks cannot be reproduced and distributed without permission.