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Hennaglyphics Book Release

12/20/2022

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"Hennaglyphics: How to Henna" was released Spring of 2022 and what better way to celebrate than glam, tea, nosh, & HENNA!!! These are a few of my fav o rite things! Alhumdil'Allah, I'm so relieved and overflowing with gratitude for my family and community who helped me through the process of balancing self, family, and business.

What I love about "Hennaglyphics: How to Henna" is that it pays homage to the African roots of henna, which you don't hear about often. Writing this book was a journey through my ancestors time, my own childhood, and into the future to my children's. When I set out to write it I had no idea it was going to be 500 pages. It became it's own animal--much like applying henna designs-it just keeps expanding and you add a leave and a vine and you can't stop as the design builds before your eyes and before you know it, the entire arm or leg is covered-maybe more!!

The Henna Tea Party was fabulous and I look forward to doing more!! Catch you at the next one!

Peruse our other Henna Vlogs:
Hennaglyphics at NCMA
Hennaglyphics Does D.C.
Hennaglyphics at the Goldenbelt 
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Alhumdil'Allah! Thanks to Hakim Ziyad-Bey, my husband, and lovely starseeds! We did it!!
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Hennaglyphics Does DC

11/14/2022

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The "Hennaglyphics: How to Henna," author event at Lost City Books in Washington, DC was fabulous! I know, I know. You might be like, "What? You wrote a book?" Yessss!!! "Hennaglyphics: How to Henna," just released Spring 2022. I didn't get to blog about this 5 year process. So it may feel like a total time bleep, but that's what happens when you are balancing mothering, wifing, homeschooling, cooking, housekeeping, and a wellness business. But, hey, no worries, I'm going to catch you up and if you need a faster update, you can always check my social media: hennaglyphics on IG & FB.

One of our major author events of the Summer was Body Art & Books at Lost City Books. Empress (Kidist James), my sistarfriend, joined me on the panel for the discussion of "Hennaglyphics." She is a Podcaster, YouTuber, Jewelry Designer and Co-Owner of the Vintage Clothing Store and Cafe Shop WnWnn(Waste Not Want Not) in The Gambia. Presently she is documenting her repatriation, building projects and homesteader journey to The Gambia on her YouTube Channel "Global Green Book". She is also the creator of TIEbyKidist, a lifestyle brand focusing on "Bridging Two Worlds Together, The Diaspora & African." Moreover, she has been with me on this henna journey for years as a client and she has read the book. So it was great to have her input on this new release. Connect with her on youtube, ig, or fb. 

DC gave us a warm welcome and we enjoyed it to the fullest. Some of the places we visited was Swahili Village, Bus Boys & Poets, and Sankofa Book Store. "Hennaglyphics: How to Henna," is now in stock & available on the Rites of Passage Institute website and Lost City Books!

Check out the videos below for the recap where we discuss the parts of the book "Hennaglyphics."
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Henna at NCMA

11/1/2022

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Alexus Rhone, Shemora Sheikh, & Dr. Amanda Maples posing by the sign.

"The function of art is to do more than tell it like it is--it's to imagine what is possible."    --Bell Hooks

"Throughout most of history, Anonymous was a woman." 
                                                       --Virginia Woolf

We traveled all around the world with the Mute the (dominant) Mic event with the Global Fashioning Assembly at the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA). This event was in person and virtual. Societies are just now learning to value crafts/art, such as Henna Body Art, created by and dominated by women especially melanated/indigenous women. Discussing the journey of Henna Body Art in a museum felt like putting something in it's rightful place and giving it the proper respect. Henna has been a language and a voice for women for over 6,000 years and it's time that it be heard. A huge thanks to NCMA especially Dr. Amanda Maples for providing such a platform. Learn more about the journey of Henna Body Art in our new book release "Hennaglyphics: How to Henna." 
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Henna Hands at the Golden Belt

10/30/2022

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We are thrilled to announce that the Henna Hands photography series is now at the Golden Belt Arts Campus in Building 2 next to YaYa Tea (807 E Main St Ste 2-150, Durham, NC 27701) in Downtown Durham. Please come out and show your support. And if you order me an oolong boba tea (almond milk, tapioca pearls) and crab rice ball I will magically appear! Lol! 

The exhibit goes until the end of December 2022. Every Third Friday is the Downtown Durham Art Walk and the Goldenbelt Campus is always alive with activities, artists, restaurants, galleries, and all the best of downtown Durham. I, Shemora Sheikh, will be in the house for Third Friday November 18 at 5pm for Open Reception. Meet me there to discuss the Henna Hands photography series and my recent art textbook "Hennaglyphics."

While you are here you might as well embark upon the Henna Hands Photography Series Henna Scavenger Hunt.  
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Garden Tea Party

8/22/2022

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When the Queen Fairies gather it's a whimsical affair of golden sunlight & glittering gems. Tea, Sun, & Gardens with my sistar Bianqa of Yoga Monarch.
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Queening w Nnena Freelon

11/22/2020

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Words cannot explain the energy of this experience--of being in the same room with so many amazing dynamic talented artists. Painting Jazz Empress Nnenna Freelon (world-renowned jazz singer, composer, producer, arranger & 6 time Grammy Nominee) was truly an honor. She embodies grace, resilience, & creativity--the jewel of Durham. 

Amazing Artists on Set:
Indigenous Make Up (henna x tribal paint): Shemora Sheikh
Make Up Artist: S. Davis Make Up Artistry
Photography: Chris Charles
Hair: Styles by Anes
Wardrobe: Katina of Azani Couture

If you are interested in henna, tribal paint, headwrapping for a special event or photoshoot, book Rites of Passage Institute for a practice session.

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Wrap Stars x Lexis Nexis

11/22/2020

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Wraps Stars was honored to be part of the Black History Month program for the Raleigh Chapter of AAN (African Ancestry Network) of Lexis Nexis. Thank you to Exotique Boutique for providing African fabric/headwraps and art. This was the whole experience with soul food, the Drum Phophet, & a presentation by the DC African American Museum. Bring the Wrap Stars Headwrapping Workshop to your organization/group. Learn more HERE.
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Afroglam x NCMA

11/22/2020

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You haven't seen gold till you've seen African Gold!! Rites of Passage Institute had the honor of creating geles (headwraps) for the North Carolina Museum of Art Good As Gold: Fashioning Senegalese Women Exhibit where you can see lots of African gold!! Bling, Bling! And the exhibit is virtual or you can go and experience the exhibit in person (available till Jan 3, 2021). These headwraps were created to complement pieces by world renown Senegalese fashion designers Khadija Aisha Ba of L'artisane and Rama Diaw of Rama Diaw Fashion.

It was nice to see it all come together when I visited the exhibit in person with my family. 

Building geles for the Good as Gold Exhibit was special because not only do I have Senegalese roots, but Rites of Passage Institute has been teaching Wrap Stars: Headwrapping Workshop for over 10 years. Our workshops are hands on and we provide historical background, culture, and use of symbolism. As with any Rites of Passage Institute workshop, it's a whole experience. Catch a Wrap Stars Workshop HERE. Also, special shout out to Exotique Boutique of Durham where we purchased the fabric for the geles for the Good as Gold Exhibit.

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Spiritual Candles: Womanprenuers Unite with Light

11/22/2020

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In support of wellness during a time of crisis & trauma, we 2 womanprenuers unite to offer spiritual candles that will soothe your soul and help you balance. Something as simple as a candle can shift energy and offer respite.

"Look at how a single candle can defy and define darkness."
"All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle."

Siedah of Celestial Enchantment is the Creatress of these beautiful Spiritual Candles. Rites of Passage Institute is honored to carry her spiritual candles, which are infused with essential oils, herbs, & crystals (what is there not to love). These candles are works of art and it can be difficult to decide if you should burn it, eat it, or just admire it! So order candles HERE, light up, add "I am Light" by India Arie to your playlist, and prepare to release, relax, and manifest! Let love illuminate your heart and total being. Ase! Ameen!

#loveislight #spiritualcandles #sisterprenuer #womensupportingwomen
#ujima #ujamaa #momprenuer #lightinyourheart #girlgang #illuminateyourpath #onecandlelightsanother #breathe #kuumba #imani #kindletheflame #healinglight
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Moon Swag Bag

11/19/2020

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Moon Awareness is Self-Awareness. Women are in sync with the phases of the moon. We are all affected by the moon because the moon governs liquids/fluids and it affects our bodily fluids, especially our fertility cycle. The Full Moon is a mini celebration/release every month that nurtures us mind, body, & soul. Rites of Passage has Moon Swag Bags for every Full Moon every month to aid you in maximize the experience. This upcoming full moon will be a Full Moon in Gemini (November 30, 2020). If you really want to deepen your experience take a Moontracking Class. In the meantime, spread Lunar Love! xoxo

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