“Peace and Purpose” reveals beauty in the ashes.

 

African-Canadian artist Yisa Akinbolaji has created a dynamic, dazzling, elegant and elongated new mosaic for the front yard of his home in Winnipeg, Canada. The large mosaic “Peace and Purpose” (16 ft by 3.2 ft) is made of tiny glass tiles in 42 brilliant colors. “The colours evoke celebration and inclusion,” says Yisa. “Glass tiles are very versatile and will stand up even under our harsh climactic conditions.” Yisa’s message in “Peace and Purpose” is depicted for an international audience as well as people that will pass by his residence. The concept alone was three months in the making. The tiling and installation took more than two months. The images in “Peace and Purpose” dazzle the eye. There are images of bounty, serenity and prosperity. The colours unleash the mystery of hope, peace and joy. At this critical time in the world’s history, Yisa’s message in Peace and Purpose provides a challenge for all to see beauty in the ashes.