Review: Mami Wata, Arts for Water Goddesses

Mami Wata circus poster

What do Ganesh, Oshun, Saint Martha, snake charmers and mermaids have in common?  They are all featured elements in the iconography of Mami Wata, the African/Caribbean great goddess of waters.  And they are all well represented in the magnificent art exhibit that bears her name.  This exhibit is on its way to the Smithsonian in April, 2009.

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