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Brand New Rastafari Albums and Single Releases featuring new art.

November 18, 2024Artwork, Music, News, Reform The United Nations Now (RUNN)Abja Behold The King single, Akae Beka, Akae Beka Living Testament Dub album, Akashic Records, Ancient King The Earth is Egziabeher, Dre-Z Melodi, Emperor Haile Selassie I, FifthSon Records, Go A Chant Productions, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., Jah Myhrakle He is Strong Album, Jah Myhrakle Music, New Mexico Art, New Mexico Rastafari, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Tafari single Commitment, Ras Fraser Jr I am Conscious album, Ras Kwintseb and Jah Den The Gathering Single, Rasta art, Rastafari theology, Reform the United Nations Now, Reggae album artwork, RUNN Music, RUNN\, Vaughn Benjaminraselijah

Living Testament Dub

Yes the Akae Beka works Itinue. Coming Soon “Akae Beka, Living Testament Dub” from Trinity Farm Music, Go A Chant Productions, look for it on I-Roots Records. Big Up Akashic Records Reggae.

This piece is a Itinuation of the original cover. The ” Living Testament” album cover is the Earth, this is the Heavens. When you get both albums together it should fit like a puzzle. Give thanks for all the players of instruments, all I springs are in thee says the Lord of Hosts. Rastafari. Haile Selassie First and Forever.

AKAE BEKA-LIVING TESTAMENT DUB!

coming December 7th

Pre-order the LP & digital album: iroots.bandcamp.com or www.irootsrecords.com where over 50 Midnite / Akae Beka titles are in stock.

On the heels of LIVING TESTAMENT and THE AKAE BEKA SCROLLS, comes a new album – AKAE BEKA – LIVING TESTAMENT DUB.

This album includes 11 new deep meditative dubs from the album LIVING TESTAMENT. These interpretations were live-analog mixed by Good Over Evil in Tortosa Spain. Players include Manuel “Go A Chant” Guerra, Ras Pulse, Walker Pillow, Scott Lynwood Davis, Befekadu Assefa and Tuff Lion.

Limited edition vinyl LP and digital album releases on December 7th. Bandcamp pre-orders get DUB ON A MISSION instantly. The beautiful cover art by Ras Elijah Tafari references the Coronation of Haile Selassie and Empress Menen.

#AkaeBeka #VaughnBenjamin #LivingTestamentDub Akae Beka @goachantproductions @trinityfarmmusic @goodoverevilprod @raspulse @irootsrecords @bignatty83 @tufflion_ Ras Elijah Tafari

Ras Fraser Jr. “I am Conscious”

NOW OUT! A great dynamic album.. Get ready. ” I am Conscious ” from Ras Fraser Jr. aka Ras Fraser Badbreedbobo. An album worth picking up on release day… for sure. Jah Bless. Heart of Love. Rastafari.

Jah Myhrakle “He Is Strong”

Now out on all musical platforms!

Ras Kawintseb, featuring the one and only Jah Den. "The Gathering"

OUT NOWGreetings,Blessed Coronation day to all

the Rastafari Family all ova.

New single From Abja”Behold the King” and Ancient King”The Earth is Egziabheer”available now in all music media platforms.

Full Album coming soon!Stay Tuned

Abja “Behold The King”

Ras Elijah Tafari “Commitment”

Blessed Coronation Day! Here is a new tune, “Commitment” mixed by TSIHION IHIYHTHZH Music and the riddim was made by Dre Z Melodi. Vocals from Ras Elijah Tafari 2024. Big to up to Dr. Roots. Rastafari. Available on all musical platforms.

Jah Myhrakle “1 Bannah”

For the Cause of inspiration and education, RUNN, Reform the United Nations Now is proud to announce a new single highlighting the importance of spreading awareness that unless the UN is reformed, it will remained paralyzed and weak, that it shouldn’t be abandoned, but made to reflect today and represent the nations of the Earth fairly and democratically. This Supreme Challenge was laid out by Emperor Haile Selassie I repeatedly, and it is our duty as Children of His Majesty to fulfill the works both in and out of the United Nations. We give thanks for all the artists who have brought forth music, and in our second single after the first single released 7 months ago, “Mankind’s Last Hope” The RUNN Artists United. Give thanks Jah Myhrakle for this powerful anthem, which we hope every one can enjoy Nov. 3rd. Proceeds go to help the movement, and if you are interested please link up on our Facebook book page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/reformtheunitednationsnowofficial

” In Her High Place ” New Canvas Piece!

September 26, 2024WordsAfrican Art, Black Art, Black Liberation theology, Christian Theology, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Ethiopia, Ethiopian Art, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., New Mexico Art, New Mexico Ras, New Mexico Rastafari, Ras Elijah, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Art, Rasta art, Rastafari, Rastafari art, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Rastafari theologyraselijah

” In Her High Place” is a new piece just completed. 18″x24″ Acrylic and Indian Ink

In Her High Place. Acrylic and Indian ink

Reflecting on the power of faith in Ethiopia, the common Ethiopian Woman is one of the first thoughts that comes to mind. The prayerful manner of the women and the personal relationship they have with the Most High, stands out with poi’s unique to Ethiopia.

The importance of expressing the mood meant I needed to highlight the simplicity of her complexity. The brown dress and top, was done so that it was clear that she was living her everyday life, that she wasn’t going to church or in a formal setting. It is a country rural environment, high in the hills, and being in pure white was too easy for the symbolic expression of faith. Still it was important to have the traditional Ethiopia head wrap, and the church in the background, being it is intrinsic to the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Culture, and a part of daily life. Couple with that, is the very familiar small wooden cross around her neck. This cross is the cross that is most common, especially around children, as a way of enforcing the faith humbly, where the cross is small, easy to make and a sign of understanding of an unpretentious christianity.

The Lion and Lamb, on the Ethiopian Solomonic Seal, represents the Power and Prophecy of Iyesus Christos return as the Conquering Lion of Judah in His Kingly Character. The relationship of Ethiopia to this declaration and eventual actualization, is its own foundation in each person based on faith. In oneness, this woman represents that embracing of this holy land, the prophecies and prophets. That a Lion and Lamb mind state is native to Ethiopia and naturally would become a part of the social structure of the collective mind. Likewise the three doves, representing the Holy Trinity, are flying in the background as a further reminder of the divine unity of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit as God the Lion and Lamb through the Holy Spirit that dwells in the Heart of flesh. Both would reveal themselves in the Same Name, through the fulfillment in the personage of Qedamawi Haile Selassie. (First and Forever, the Power and Virtue of the Trinity) Who is the Conquering Lion of Judah, King of Kings, and the Root of David. Emperor of Ethiopia, Throne of Zion and Beta Israel.

In the Ethiopian highlands there are flowers all about, and because it has 13 months of sunshine, in their remarkable calendar, it felt appropriate to make different forms of sunflowers.

I hope you have enjoyed this piece, and will share it with others. The original piece is for sale for $625. plus shipping for the original. Prints are also available, please send a message if interested. $30 for 8×11″ signed bagged and backed or $60 for 11×17″ signed and in a hard plastic case. This piece is also available for shared rights an album cover or t-shirt, let I know soon before it someone wants to use it. Thank you for supporting, and there will more art coming soon. Jah Bless you all and stay focused on doing your best, expand your love capacity and build for tomorrow. One Jah, One Heart, One Love, One Blood. Holy Emanuel I, Selassie I, Jah Rastafari.

“In Her High Place” Video and info!

High Grade Canvas Prints Now Available

September 14, 2024ArtworkAfrican Art, Akae Beka, Black Art, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Fifthson Records Art, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., Midnite art, New Mexico Art, New Mexico Ras, New Mexico Rastafari, Ras Elijah, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Canvas Prints, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Art, Ras Elijah Tafari Original Art, Rasta art, Rastafari, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Reggae Album Cover Art, Ten Heavens of the Book Of Enoch Art, Vaughn Benjaminraselijah

Greetings in the Name of the Almighty King, Qedamawi Haile Selassie.

It is a joy to now be able to offer canvas prints that are large and the highest grade. This is the first series of joytings (paintings) that are available, where each one will be numbered and signed. Made with the highest resolutions images, each canvas is crystal clear without pixelation.

The canvases are on a 1 inch wood frame, and are available at the following sizes are prices. 18″x24″(inches) – $300, 24″x24″ (inches)- $350, 2ft x 3ft (feet) – $450 and 3ft x 3ft for $500. Shipping and handling not included.

The titles of the pieces are below the image, let InI know which one speaks to the I. Due to the size and shipping differences it would be great to receive an email or message letting InI know where you are located so I can figure out an estimate of how much shipping will be. You can send an email to lionartproductions@gmail.com or call 1-505 203-5614.

TEN HEAVENS OF THE BOOK OF ENOCH PRINT, 2FT X 3FT.

Ten Heavens of the Book of Enoch

In Awe

Color of Sound

“Faith”

Meditation

21Diamonds

Living Testament

At the Alter.

Mystery River

Who Will Go For Us

New Album Cover Art: Winter Releases

March 1, 2024Artwork, Music, NewsAkae Beka, Akashic Records, Army Roses of Sharon, At Stake Art Akae Beka, Blakkamoore, Blakkamore, Danny-I, Dre-Z Melodi, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Go A Chant Productions, Haile Selassie I Art, Joseph General, Living Testament Akae Beka Artwork, Medisun, Neil Mangicaro, New Mexico Art, New Mexico Rastafari, New Mexico Reggae, Ras Elijah, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Art, Ras Teo and Nuthead, Rasta art, Rastafari art, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Reggae Album Cover Art, Trinity Farms Music, Yezaraselijah

There was an huge release of fantastic music: Here are the covers and the originals for this Winter and new year of 2023-2024. Give thanks to all the production companies and producers that included InI in the works. Glory to Jah, and Bless the publishers of the Word. Special thanks goes out to Go A Chant Productions, Trinity Farms Music, Akashic Records, Dre-Z Melodi, Ras Teo, Joseph General, Toho Sanders, and Neil Mangicaro, Army, Ras Danny I, JahDan Blakkamoore, Yeza and Medisun. Selassie I Salute to the Elder, Akae Beka. Please check their tunes and support their music, all of which is truly a labor of love. Honor and Respect!

Akae Beka’s “Living Testament”

"Living Testament" Original Art by Ras Elijah Tafari

“Living Testament” Original Indian ink and Acrylic.

Akae Beka and Joseph General “At Stake”

" At Stake "

” At Stake ” Acrylic and Indian ink

Danny I " Another Day "

“Savanah Love” Acrylic

JAH IS AN OCEAN

” Jah is an Ocean ” Indian ink and acrylic.

“Roses of Sharon” Acrylic and Indian ink

“Watermelon Smile” acrylic and indian ink

Akae Beka “Who will go for Us” Single

Isaiah’s Coals, “Who will go for us ” Single Akae Beka. Living Testament Album. Acrylic and Indian ink

Victory Front Cover

Victory Piece

Praises Joseph General

Need Not Apply Single Art

Recent Works. 7 Art Meditations.

October 4, 2023Artwork, H.I.M. Emperor Haile SelassieAfrican Art, Black Art, Elephant art, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Ethiopia, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., New Mexico Rastafari, Ras Elijah, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Art, Ras Elijah Tafari Original Art, Rasta art, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Zebra Artraselijah

Being an artist is like being in a storm all the time, there is non stop brain activity that the non verbal manners of communication are trying to find a still visualization. In the subtle is the profound and in the loud there is an eire lack of anything worth hearing. Navigating through the highways of creation creator experience is the world of recording, writing and doing the stuff to get the art out. It is a joy to share this rush of emotions and thoughts as paintings, and drawings. Here are some of the new works, not all, because many of the pieces are awaiting release on albums. It is important to write, that I am now including a time limit, which was always in my discretion of when I will show InI art. We have to figure out as artists how to not hold ourselves and others waiting to release works, while being mindful that it takes time to put out an album or song. Doing art isn’t something artists really choose all way, it takes them over, and it is a way of breathing that is inseparable from life. This is why it needs to be shared and out in the world, because like air, and the living breath of life, we are here to share it. Here are some new works, with much more to come. I hope you enjoy, and if there are any questions, feel free to message InI. Jah Be with you all, and Give thanks to be able to share this precious experience together in any capacity. In the Mercy and Grace of the Most High Jah! Rastafari! Haile Selassie I First.

” Like a Tree Planted..”

” The Black Emperor ” Original $400.

” Love Shared ” Original $300

” Mighty Elephant ” Acrylic and Indian ink, 24″x24″ Original $500 plus shipping.

” Selassie in the Rose Garden “

” Purple Lion of Judah “

” Together “

Give thanks for the Love Shared, and to be able to express to the love of Togetherness! Give thanks for the Powers of Jah that are reflecting at us everyday. One Perfect Love. More art to come. Jah Bless. Rastafari.

New Piece, Rt. Hon. Robert Nesta Marley, Berhane Selassie

August 9, 2023ArtworkAlbuquerque Rastafari, Berhane Selassie, Black Art, Bob Marley, Bob Marley Art, New Mexico Art, New Mexico Ras, New Mexico Rastafari, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Art, Ras Elijah Tafari Original Art, Rasta art, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Rt. Hon. Roberta Nesta Marleyraselijah

Brand new piece just completed. Rt. Hon. Robert Nesta Marley, Berhane Selassie, The Light of Selassie. 16″x20″ Acrylic on Canvas. $250 for the original and easy to ship, and prints are available. $25 for 8×11 or $50 for 11×17″ in a top self plastic case signed. Inbox if interested. Give thanks and praise every time. Rastafari.

Rt. Hon. Robert Nesta Marley

NEW PIECE “Rastafari Pioneers”

July 30, 2023Artwork, H.I.M. Emperor Haile SelassieAbuna Yesehaq, African Unity, Akae Beka, Albuquerque Rastafari, Black Art, Black Liberation, Black Liberation theology, Black Power, Bongo Rocky, Christian Theology, Douglas R.A. Mack, Dr. Malaku E. Bayen, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Ethiopia, Father Joseph Hibbert, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., Hon. Leonard The Gong Howell., Hon. Vaughn Benjamin, Mortimo Planno, New Mexico Art, New Mexico Ras, New Mexico Rastafari, Pa Shanti, Prophet Gad, Ras Daniel Heartman, Ras Elijah, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Original Art, Ras Flako Tafari, Rasta art, Rastafari, Rastafari art, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Rastafari Pioneers, Rastafari theology, Rt Hon. Marcus Mossiah Garvey, Rt. Hon. Bob Nesta Marley, Rt. Hon. Prince Charles Edwards Emmanuel the 7th, Sam Brown, Shepard Robert Athlyi Rogers, Sir William Arthur Lewis, Vaughn Benjaminraselijah

In the last few Strongs, many of us prepare for the new year, and the celebrations for His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie First. It is a time of inner and outer travel often. In the last few Strongs, InI have reflecting on the Pioneers of Rastafari, those who led the way, and the impact they had and have. I feel that our collective experience cannot be fully drawn or painted, nor all the people represented, this is a part of a collective story and records of those who we know, there are those many of us don’t or will learn about more. The piece is to encourage ones to know more, to learn about the foundations of the Rastafari Movement. Some of these men we met, some taught us or our elders, and they are family to many as well. In full respect and reverence, this piece salutes the Fathers who gave their lives so we can know Rastafari as King, and Ourselves as a movement. Many of these men met the King of Kings, some sent by H.I.M., all of them emanated His Love.

In a time where many talk about disunity, let us project our unity and love for the many Houses of Rastafari, the growth and changes, the natural progressions that make up our Fathers Mansion. In a ministry of Reconciliation, May we reconcile with the most important of topics, including Love amongst bredren and sistren, where we come from, and where are we going.

This piece is livicated to all the Rastamen and Rastawomen that came so we can be here this day, the ones that have moved forward yet Itinue to nurture the Souls of Men and Women today.

Jah Willing, I will make a piece to show some of the Mighty Empresses that have given their lives to the people and movement, as well as those who were closest around the Emperor, such as Ras Kassa, and the Pankhurst family.

These are Names of those in the Joyting, ” Rastafari Pioneers”, Emperor Haile Selassie First, Hon. Vaughn Benjamin, Rt. Hon. Bob Nesta Marley, Sam Brown, Sir William Arthur Lewis, Ras Daniel Heartman, Mortimo Planno, Pa Shanti, Rt. Hon. Prince Charles Edwards Emmanuel the 7th, Bongo Rocky, Douglas R.A. Mack, Abuna Yesehaq, Prophet Gad, Shepard Robert Athlyi Rogers, Rt Hon. Marcus Mossiah Garvey, Father Joseph Hibbert, Dr. Malaku E. Bayen, Hon. Leonard The Gong Howell.

Give thanks and praise for the bringers, the ones that stood up and spoke out for the benefit of all InI’s. Special thanks to Ras Flako. To all those who stood for decolonization, freedom, redemption, repatriation, liberation and reparations, salvation, Africa, Ancientcy and self determination, and most of all for Our God and King, The Conquering Lion of Judah. Jah Rastafari. Itinual Praise, for the mercies and powers given to the Saints, Warriors and Priests, and the Loving Kindness shown by the Most High Egziabeher to and thru us all. In the Name of the Trinity, Jah Father, Jah the Son, Jah the Holy Spirit, One Jah. Amen.

This piece is 40″x28″, done with Acrylic and Indian Ink. Prints are 50 dollars for 11×17″ signed print in a hard plastic case, 8×11.5″ prints are 25 dollars, signed, bagged and backed. Whole sale options are available. The Original is for sale. Get prints Here: http://blog.raselijah.com/shop/products/rastafari-pioneers/ Give thanks again. One Jah.

RASTAFARI PIONEERS

Rastafari Summer Art Avalanche 2023

July 11, 2023Artwork, H.I.M. Emperor Haile SelassieAbstract art, African Art, Albuquerque Rastafari, Black Art, Black Liberation, Black Liberation theology, Dre-Z Melodi, Elephant Art Paintings, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Emperor Haile Selassie I Paintings, Emperor of Ethiopia Art, Empress Menen Asfaw Art, Ethiopia, Ethiopian Priests Art, Fikir Amlak, Haile Selassie and President Nassar, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., New Mexico Art, New Mexico Rastafari, Perfect Giddimani, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Prints, Ras Elijah Tafari Original Art, Ras Frasier Jr, Rasta art, Rastafari art, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Young Shanty All Naturalraselijah

JAH BLESS! Lots of new works and projects, thank you for checking out the artworks. The art started to pile up, so I am releasing a lot together. Some have explanations and some don’t, full joy the explosion of work with just enough context… If you have any questions, or are interested in a print please send a message since many of these aren’t yet on the print section. Give thanks to the Most High, The King Creator and Master Builder. Rastafari. Power of the Trinity. Emperor Haile Selassie First.

Real Man Real Honor Album

New Album just released!

You can hear a tune here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85QE-CGNZsg or hear samples of the whole album hear for purchase: https://www.reggaespace.com/fikir-amlak-dre-z-real-man…/ . Give thanks for the pleasure of Ilastrating the music. Rastafari Lead. Right over All.

New Single Out

New Single Now Out!

Young Shanty Album Art: Acrylic and Indian ink

New Piece for Young Shanty, for his next album NOW OUT! ” All Natural.” I wanted to try a capture the feeling of Jamaica, and honor the balance same way. I-Man-go sey, bless up all the Rastafari ambassadors, sharing His Imperial Majesty in our own unique ways. Keep it old school like the Schwinn bike.

Emperor Haile Selassie I leaning on tree on wood.

Emperor Haile Selassie I and the Tree on Wood : Acrylic and Indian ink

EmpressMenen23

Empress Menen Asfaw : Acrylic and Indian ink

Ethiopian Evening Small

Ethiopian Eve. Small. Acrylic

This is a piece that I have enjoyed making before, and making small updates or changes. This is the mini version of Ethiopian Evening. Acrylic 20×16″. The piece highlights that even in total unity we still are one of kind. This is highlighted by the man in the center, wearing jeans and blue shirt with a red gold and green beanie.

Emperor Haile Selassie I and President Nassar

Emperor Haile Selassie I and President Nassar in Egypt. : Acrylic and Indian ink

The Emperor in the Garden

The Emperor in The Garden. : Acrylic and Indian ink

How good it is to start the day with a mediation of simple goodness. Micah 6:8 “He has shown you, O man, what is good;
And what does the Lord require of you, But to do justly,
To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God.”

Brand New piece of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Conquering Lion of Judah. This is based on the last known photo of HIM and invoked lots of emotions. One is that the sun isn’t setting, neither does His Reign End. That this Garden was more of a place of peace and family, not a place of recluse or arrest. His Majesty is the brightness and solemness of the Garden and it is an expression of His Life. The feeling was more important than detail, and movement was focused on through using impressionism.
The King of Kings lives up to His Title, by being humble in times of adversity, one who taught to us to love mercy and fought for Justice for all Mankind. Glorify and Praise that which is Good. Rastafari. Prints are available, inbox if interested.
Thank You Justyn for commissioning the piece and having a great moment and glimpse worthy of remembering. Egziabeher Yemasagan

The Soul of the Church

The Soul of the Church : Acrylic and Indian ink

The Living Church is the Living Body, The Temple of the Most High. The Cross is the world, the world that we are in but not of. We have risen from worldly ways of control and power, we are a walking resurrection. Like the Church in background, there is space that goes through, like how everyone will carry their own cross whether they asked for it or not. The King and the Tree.

King Selassie I and the Tree. : Acrylic and Indian ink

Ethiopian Presence

Ethiopian Presence : Acrylic

Kool Elephant

Kool Elephant : Acrylic and Indian ink

” Girl Walking Down Stairs.” : Acrylic and Indian ink

The Law Giver : Acrylic and Indian ink

CreekPriest : Acrylic and Indian ink

The Kings Plateau : Acrylic and Indian ink

To BeeThankful : Acrylic and Indian ink

Lion and cub : Acrylic and Indian ink

Shadow Priest : Acrylic and Indian ink

12×18″ ” Shadow Priest” acrylic. A piece about Ethiopian Priests in quiet meditations. Wanted to capture the feeling of sunlight and contrast, with a simple sky. All of which allows the stillness and contemplation of the priest reading to be felt.

Remembering Solidarity : Acrylic and Indian ink

This piece is symbolic of the way elephants protect family and the adaptation of new situations. Liken to how a blind man will describe an elephant differently based on where he is standing, so we must realize there can be many truths that exist at once. This will allow us to end tribalistic thinking that declares one version of history the only history accepted.

ELEPHANT BOXING Acrylic and Indian Ink

JEMEZ BOUND Acrylic and Indian ink

Ethiopian Girl in Purple

Still Creating Acrylic and Indian ink

Selassie I Rising

Once Again, Give thanks for the Mighty Life Giver, Who Rules in the Heart of All Flesh. In this time, to be able to express through art and life, the Ivine King within ALL that is evident in the personage of The King of Kings is the Highest Honor a person can share. We do know that the Word in the Scriptures has been upheld in that His Face does Shine upon Us, All the Days of Our Lives. To be a witness is to behold, The Conquering Lion of Judah has Prevailed. Forever we do give thanks and praise. Qedamawi Atse Haile Selassie First. Jah Rastafari.

Sizzla Kalonji / Ras Elijah Tafari Art Series. First Five!

March 19, 2023Artwork, H.I.M. Emperor Haile Selassie, NewsAfrican Art, African Unity, Black Art, Black Liberation theology, Black Power, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Ethiopia, Haile Selassie I Art, Haile Selassie I., Jamaica Rastafari, Judgement Yard, Miguel Collin's Art, New Mexico Art, New Mexico Ras, New Mexico Rastafari, Ras Elijah, Ras Elijah Art, Ras Elijah Paintings, Ras Elijah Tafari Art, Ras Elijah Tafari Original Art, Rasta art, Rastafari, Rastafari Art. Haile Selassie I, Rastafari theology, Rastafari Unity, Rise Up Album. Sizzla, Rt Hon. Miguel Collins, Sizzla, Sizzla Art, Sizzla Kalonji, Sizzla Kalonji / Ras Elijah Art, Sizzla Kalonji/ Ras Elijah Tafari art series, Sizzla paintings, Sizzla Ras Elijah Art, Sizzla Ras Elijah Collab Artraselijah

First and foremost InI Give thanks that the Most High has given us the blessing to link and complete these works. InI give thanks for the love shown and the kindness and teachings of the entire Island of Jamaica. Most High Jah Rastafari be Praised in a Mighty Sound!

” A Shared Vision “

The Journey and getting to know Miguel Collins started creatively, through art. When one looks at his eyes, you can almost hear the multiple ideas and thoughts, streaming through as he listens and observes silently. Sizzla pulsates creativity, and vision. The Vision is Collective Praise, Honor and Respect to All Nations in abidance of The Word of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie First.

This piece was created in 2022 before we went to Jamaica at Mr. Miguel Collin’s Invitation. Little did I know all the other nations we were to meet in 3 Tabernacles. Ironically I didn’t put the Mexican Flag in this piece which was and is part of the manifestation with the crew. In this piece all nations are being called to Jamaica, to the Tabernacles, for healing, grounding and education. All of which we found and more when we arrived. The True Tabernacle, The Holy of Holies is in Jah, Haile Selassie the First is the Tabernacle, the Temple and the Chapel. To go into HIM is to go into Jah…, what was, is and forever will be. There are 13 Ark’s or vessels in the piece, plus HIM.

This was the beginning, and there are many joy-tings ( paintings) that the Rt. Hon Miguel Collins has encouraged, come up with and put ideas into. We look forward to sharing this series starting with five, plus the new album cover ” Rise Up” and a collective vision of Unity and Rastafari in this time. Jamaica is a Holy Place, chosen by Jah. Blessed are those who are able to see this powerful island and people. Big Up Judgement Yard!

Click here for a print: http://blog.raselijah.com/shop/products/a-shared-vision/

“MIGUEL N CHAZ”

It was evening, and there was a diversity of people in Judgement yard. I was taken back by a child that was watching Miguel and Chaz together drumming and on the guitar, with Dre-Z Melodi peering in back. All those around can see when music is a central point of being, a perfect place. Everyone seemed to be in a perfect place, and so it seemed perfect to do some sketches and take some photos and be able to reflect and meditate on it. I like the sketch with a little ink, it seemed to capture the ease and casualness of being in harmony. Click here for a print: http://blog.raselijah.com/shop/products/miguel-and-chaz/

“RT. HON. MIGUEL COLLINS “

As InI got to know Miguel and not just go by the music, thru livity and experience, I also began to try and figure out how to paint him in a way that would look like him. Everyone has a particular energy, and as an artist you want to find that flow, and aura. No face is the same, and it takes time to be able to encapsulate a feeling or image of a person. What an artist doesn’t want to do is make the image upsetting or inaccurate, so this was a study of his face. It seemed important in this piece to have his turban because of the importance of faith and order that is a militant part of the Rt. Hon. Miguel Collin’s personality. click here for a print: http://blog.raselijah.com/shop/products/rt-hon-miguel-collins/

” SonLight Living Room “

One of the joys was to do a mural in Sizzla’s Living Room at his compound in Judgement Yard. Lots of experiences on the stairs and with his nephew who helped do some of the painting too. It was a piece of Africa with a tear where the Nile River is on the face of a lion. The energy of the living room and the patio had a certain radiance when the sun hit. The color and hours spent watching the gradual changes made it worthy to try and recreate. I can feel the morning, and the excitement of the day, amongst the children of Jah. Click here to get a print: http://blog.raselijah.com/shop/products/sonlight-in-the-living-room/

” Miguel’s guitar “

Using a different palette and technique to try and add a uniqueness to Jamaica air, trees and earth, this piece is a tribute to Miguel’s love of things to come and traditions of old. From the Tabernacle, which is not heavily decorated to the contrast of the torn jeans and perfect tie and shirt, told a story of a work and person in progress. A place where the spirit and Foundation can sing itself into any place Jah sees fit. A place where the man is there for the world to see rather than hidden in the Tabernacle. click to get a print: http://blog.raselijah.com/shop/products/miguels-guitar/

SIZZLA’S “RISE UP!”

Album cover of the Grammy nominated reggae artist Sizzla Kalonji. In this piece Sizzla described exactly what he wanted in detail. The appearance to make it look like it was done quickly was part of the intention. In true art, the flow and vibe is more important than making it photographic. The raw and aggressive lines, and the clear message carries an impact the sublime does not. It is meant to hit the viewer. This included the letters, which are all hand done. He wanted it to feel Rastafari, and also show real street letters that ones could read and are true to form. Something we could see on a wall and smile. I was very pleased listening to the album and that the art and the album also flowed, it was a work of art in perfect balance, clear and upfull. Raspect.

This is the first look at an ongoing series of creative ideas from a musical legend and genius, Rt. Hon. Miguel Collins, aka Sizzla Kalonji, one that will take the viewer into different visions and prayers, as well as human emotions that we all can relate too. I cannot not thank him enough for the warm invitation that touched the hearts of InI, Priest Abba, Dre-Z Melodi and Ras Gilbert profoundly. It is a joy to share the experience artistically at this time. Many wonderful and powerful ideas were and are being shared. More to come. Give thanks for viewing and supporting Rastafari Culture.

In His Mercy and Truth,

Most High Almighty God, Holy Emmauel I, King Selassie I, Jah Rastafari.

One Perfect Love.

Ras Elijah Tafari

New Reggae Albums and Art!

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Give thanks for the breathe of Life, Give thanks for the Life Giver who allows us to sing to HIM, O Jah Rastafari. The Power of Music is such a blessing, and to be able to hear new music and gain inspiration is a true joy. Here are some new albums that are now out or coming soon with InI art work. Give thanks for the ones that move in harmony where we can express the same thing in two different art forms. One frequency. Let Jah Be Praised!

Akae Beka: Need Our Love to Talk

Ras Biblical : Ameseginalehu

JahSon featuring Last Disciple: 7 Times

Chalice Row Records: Chant Riddim

Mister Kali: Father of the Fatherless

Ancient King: Seh Selassie I

LEWIS BENNETT: TRADE WINDS

Pacific Vibration featuring Akae Beka: Truth

Ras Ceylon feat. Timbo King and Tragedy Khadafi : Frontline Generals

Ras Teo: A Luta Continua

Fikir Amlak meets Brizion: Medhane Alem

Jah Myhrakle: Rama Dub

Jah Myhrakle and Bigga Haitian: What We Need.

Sebastian Franks: Consequence of Reward

There is more album art to come, Give thanks for viewing. In each piece the music is the message that pushes the visuals. If you like or want to know more about the art, check out the music. All the music and artists are on all musical platforms. Seek it out, its worth it! I will soon have a collection of the music videos and interviews that feature art as well. Peace with you all. Hail Selassie I First, The Word made Flesh. One Jah.