Unearthing Wisdom

Yasmine Amal

70 x 100 x 2 cm

Indigenous peoples believe that we are formed from the soil, a belief shared by Jews and Muslims. Through Unearthing Wisdom, Yasmine engages in a profound dialogue with her ancestors, the Indigenous peoples of North Africa. She carries their essence within her DNA, under her skin—their life experiences and traumas echo through her being. In this work, Yasmine laments the deep grief of witnessing wisdom alienated and erased by colonization. The violence of that era left behind a culture traumatized and fractured, with future generations tasked with the healing. There is immense beauty and knowledge in cultures that have survived, waiting to be decolonized. They offer us a glimpse into our shared heritage—one that transcends borders, beliefs, and systems. Each artistic expression, myth, and ritual holds a story of resilience, creativity, and an intimate connection to mother earth.