Deck of affirmation cards inspired by West African goddesses
As someone interested in mythology and history, I noticed that knowledge of African mythology and culture is limited beyond Egyptian mythology and saw an opportunity to expose people to the world of West African lore and myths in an interactive way.
Fronts of cards with affirmations and illustrations of goddesses. Each affirmation is based on what each goddess represents.
For example, Oya represents strength and bravery and Aje represents wealth and abundance
The designs on the backs of the cards are inspired by Ghanaian Adinkra symbols. Each symbol has a specific meaning and corresponds to the affirmation on the other side.
Yemọja
A mother goddess; patron deity of women and of the Ogun river
Aje
Orisha (goddess) of wealth
Ọya
Orisha of the Niger River; associated with wind, lightning, fertility, fire, and magic
Ọ̀ṣun
Orisha who presides over love, intimacy, and of the Ọ̀ṣun river
*Personal Project - Designed in Illustrator with a bright color palette that brings the playfulness of summer into your home