Breaking the Cycle: Confronting the Exoticization of African Women in Art
You’ve seen them everywhere: beautiful, colorful portraits of African women that all seem to follow the same exoticized formula. But have you ever wondered about the story behind the face? Our deep dive into the market reveals a shocking reality: many of these works are not only clichéd but are direct plagiarisms, copied from online images and disguised as original art. We uncover the colonial roots of this trend, show you how to spot a fake, and empower you to support genuine creativity instead of funding a harmful cycle. The difference between authentic art and a scam is just one click away.



