A Heritage Journey Through Digital Art As an Afro-Caribbean child born in America, my grandfather's stories were my first window into our rich cultural heritage. His tales sparked a lifelong journey of discovering and honoring my African roots – a journey that has woven together my parallel paths as both a technology engineer and an educator in hospitality. Today, these diverse experiences converge in Cosmic Afro Winter Solstice, a collection that celebrates the power of storytelling through the fusion of cultural heritage and digital innovation.

The Vision This collection emerges from a bold reimagining of winter holiday traditions, particularly Christmas, through the lens of African cosmology and divine power. Each piece reconstructs familiar holiday mythology, transforming it into a celebration of powerful African-inspired deities who are intrinsically connected to the fabric of the universe itself. Through Afro-surrealist imagery and mystical symbolism, these works explore themes of divinity, cosmic power, and spiritual heritage that resonate deeply within the diaspora experience.

The Collection Drawing inspiration from winter solstice celebrations, this collection deconstructs and rebuilds holiday mythology from an African-centered perspective. Here, familiar seasonal narratives are transformed into epic tales of African-inspired cosmic beings wielding incredible powers, weaving creation stories that connect our earthly traditions to the very fabric of the universe. This is the first in a series of planned collections that will continue to explore and expand these themes, each drop delving deeper into the intersection of African spirituality, cosmic power, and cultural celebration.

The Journey My path has been shaped by dual passions: the precision and possibility of technology, and the warmth and wisdom of sharing stories. As an engineer, I've seen how technology can transform ideas into experiences. As an educator in hospitality, I've witnessed how shared stories can build bridges between cultures and generations. This collection represents the convergence of these worlds – using digital art to preserve and evolve our cultural narratives.

The Road Ahead While this initial collection focuses on powerful Afro-surrealist imagery and storytelling, it represents the first step toward a more ambitious vision. Your support will help bring to life future projects that incorporate cutting-edge technology and innovation, including:

Augmented reality experiences that bring stories to life Interactive audio components that enhance the narrative Community-driven storytelling platforms Educational resources that blend tradition with technology Immersive installations that merge physical and digital art Advanced blockchain features for unique interactive experiences

Why Join This Journey By collecting these pieces, you're not just acquiring digital art – you're becoming part of a movement to transform how we preserve and share our cultural heritage. Your support directly fuels the development of new ways to tell our stories, ensuring that the wisdom of our ancestors reaches future generations through the tools of tomorrow.

This collection represents more than art – it's an investment in a vision where technology serves as a vessel for cultural preservation and innovation. Each piece opens a door to future experiences that will continue to celebrate and explore our rich heritage in new and exciting ways.

The Invitation Join me in this journey of cultural celebration and technological innovation. Together, we can create new pathways for sharing the stories that shape us, honor the wisdom that guides us, and imagine the futures that await us.

"Through cosmic rhythms and digital dreams, we weave the wisdom of our ancestors into tomorrow's constellations."

--Ackee & SaltFish aka Peter Clayton

A Heritage Journey Through Digital Art As an Afro-Caribbean child born in America, my grandfather's stories were my first window into our rich cultural heritage. His tales sparked a lifelong journey of discovering and honoring my African roots – a journey that has woven together my parallel paths as both a technology engineer and an educator in hospitality. Today, these diverse experiences converge in Cosmic Afro Winter Solstice, a collection that celebrates the power of storytelling through the fusion of cultural heritage and digital innovation.

The Vision This collection emerges from a bold reimagining of winter holiday traditions, particularly Christmas, through the lens of African cosmology and divine power. Each piece reconstructs familiar holiday mythology, transforming it into a celebration of powerful African-inspired deities who are intrinsically connected to the fabric of the universe itself. Through Afro-surrealist imagery and mystical symbolism, these works explore themes of divinity, cosmic power, and spiritual heritage that resonate deeply within the diaspora experience.

The Collection Drawing inspiration from winter solstice celebrations, this collection deconstructs and rebuilds holiday mythology from an African-centered perspective. Here, familiar seasonal narratives are transformed into epic tales of African-inspired cosmic beings wielding incredible powers, weaving creation stories that connect our earthly traditions to the very fabric of the universe. This is the first in a series of planned collections that will continue to explore and expand these themes, each drop delving deeper into the intersection of African spirituality, cosmic power, and cultural celebration.

The Journey My path has been shaped by dual passions: the precision and possibility of technology, and the warmth and wisdom of sharing stories. As an engineer, I've seen how technology can transform ideas into experiences. As an educator in hospitality, I've witnessed how shared stories can build bridges between cultures and generations. This collection represents the convergence of these worlds – using digital art to preserve and evolve our cultural narratives.

The Road Ahead While this initial collection focuses on powerful Afro-surrealist imagery and storytelling, it represents the first step toward a more ambitious vision. Your support will help bring to life future projects that incorporate cutting-edge technology and innovation, including:

Augmented reality experiences that bring stories to life Interactive audio components that enhance the narrative Community-driven storytelling platforms Educational resources that blend tradition with technology Immersive installations that merge physical and digital art Advanced blockchain features for unique interactive experiences

Why Join This Journey By collecting these pieces, you're not just acquiring digital art – you're becoming part of a movement to transform how we preserve and share our cultural heritage. Your support directly fuels the development of new ways to tell our stories, ensuring that the wisdom of our ancestors reaches future generations through the tools of tomorrow.

This collection represents more than art – it's an investment in a vision where technology serves as a vessel for cultural preservation and innovation. Each piece opens a door to future experiences that will continue to celebrate and explore our rich heritage in new and exciting ways.

The Invitation Join me in this journey of cultural celebration and technological innovation. Together, we can create new pathways for sharing the stories that shape us, honor the wisdom that guides us, and imagine the futures that await us.

"Through cosmic rhythms and digital dreams, we weave the wisdom of our ancestors into tomorrow's constellations."

--Ackee & SaltFish aka Peter Clayton