Friday, July 29, 2011
Uncle Remus Triptych
Uncle Remus Triptych, 2011. Digital vector art. Illustrator CS2.
As a child my mother used to read me the Uncle Remus stories which are an amalgamation of West African tales and Cherokee folklore. Brought over by slaves to the southern United States the tales center around Br'er Rabbit (Brother Rabbit). This blending of African, White, and Indian cultures make up a great many memories I have of my childhood. We grew up in the town where 'Gone With the Wind' is set; and learned about the indigenous Creeks and Cherokees that once lived in the surrounding areas.
Be sure to check out the each of the characters designs:
Uncle Remus
Tar Baby
Brer Rabbit
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