Nothing is ordinary when gifted healers and diviners invoke the spirit world to assist you. Thousands of miles away, a team of dedicated elders influence, inspire and support all that we do - the launch of a T-shirt, our growing presence on Facebook, the design and energy of our newsletter.
The King's River branded T-shirts feature my award-winning photography and the visionary art of Andrew Sikora, a renowned master of many styles who has worked for some of the world's largest apparel firms including VF Corporation whose brands include Lee®, Wrangler®, Majestic®, Nautica®, Eagle Creek®, Harley Davidson® and The North Face®.
Andrew has been drawing since he was old enough to hold a crayon. His motto is to "create trends - not follow so-called trends." In this rare celebration of art and spirit, we offer the finest of all gifts - the very best of ourselves and the ancestors.
Every month we'll launch a new T-shirt design and I'll share the story behind each image. (Discover the inspiration behind our first design).
Part of the proceeds from our T-shirt sales will benefit the families of the elders who work day and night to support the King's River project. The rest of the proceeds will cover costs associated with preproduction and fund raising (business plans, editing, research and consulting fees).
But back to the image - this tribute to the Aseda, one of the foremost diviners in West Africa, reminds me of what it means to be a father and a grandfather; it also reminds me of a precious legacy, a bond that can never be broken, and a debt that can never be fully repaid.
Have to run. Andrew and I are working on the new T-shirt design that we'll launch next month. Will tell you about it later.
Until our next time -- and with peace.
James Weeks
Across The King's River
P.S. We welcome donations of any amount. Even a $10.00 donation will go far. And don't forget to check out Ceremony, Omar Sosa's latest release at: www.omarsosa.com.