The Prophetesses, A Preface 2021

"The Prophetesses, A Preface" is a 2021 painting by Lanise Howard. The painting depicts two Black women, standing on a patterned, checkered floor, reminiscent of a game board. Their bare feet, and the swirling patterns on their garments, suggest a connection to nature. Hummingbirds, symbolizing freedom and spirituality, hover around the women, adding to the mystical atmosphere of the work. The painting explores themes of Black identity, spirituality, and the power of women.