Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry

In Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry, the viewer encounters a quietly powerful portrait: a Black woman turned away, her braided bun composed with care, holding a bundle of yellow flowers close to her body. Deceptively simple in composition, the photograph becomes a meditation on presence, memory, and lineage.

The woman’s averted gaze resists the gaze of the viewer, asserting both autonomy and mystery.  The work honors the matriarchal legacy of African American families—those women who have long carried generations forward with grace and unyielding strength.

The yellow flowers, vibrant and tender, are held not as decoration but as a symbol—of memory, of burden, of hope. In her arms rests the weight and beauty of dreams passed down: the aspirations of ancestors, the sacrifices of mothers, and the quiet power of those who nurture entire lineages.  Through this piece, Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry speaks softly yet urgently to the resilience of Black womanhood, making visible the often-invisible labor of care, culture, and continuity.

Printed on Hahnemühle German Etching Paper, each poster is hand-numbered in an edition of only 20, making it a highly collectible artifact from this milestone international presentation.

• Dimensions: 32 x 20.5 inches

• Edition: Limited to 20 prints

• Paper: Hahnemühle German Etching (310gsm) – archival, textured, museum-quality

• Signed and numbered by the artist

Perfect for collectors, supporters of contemporary Black art, or anyone who wants to own a piece of this landmark collection.