Throughout Djibril’s life, his grandfather taught him much about many things and gave him great wisdom and guidance. Djibril always reflected on and found comfort in his grandfather’s words. There are things in life that we cannot change; that are, in fact, a part of living.
One day after having moved to the United States, Djibril phoned his family in Senegal as he often did, but this time was abruptly and uncustomarily given bad news: his beloved grandfather had passed away. Because Djibril found out well after the fact that his grandfather passed on, he was unable to attend any of the traditional memorial ceremonies that were held for him.
This drawing is Djibril’s expression of both sorrow and grieving for the earthly loss of his grandfather, particularly in Djibril’s absence, and the most prayerful, harmonious accompaniment to the afterlife.

(2001 Woodburning), 26” x 19” unframed, Iris Gicleé on 100% Rag Paper - Edition of 50