{"title":"Botanical Stories","description":"\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eBotanical Stories is an ongoing series of paintings that explores the relationship between prominent Black women, nature and flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eThrough botanical symbolism, historical research and personal reflection, each painting examines how the natural world shaped the lives of women whose courage and wisdom continue to inspire us today. Flowers are not used as decoration; they are chosen with the intention of reflecting themes of healing, freedom, spirituality and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eThe series began with paintings inspired by Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth, two women whose lives were deeply connected to the natural world. Harriet Tubman relied on her knowledge of the landscape and the night sky to guide others to freedom. Sojourner Truth found spiritual renewal and strength in nature, experiences that shaped her work as an abolitionist and preacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eAs the series grows, I hope to honor other prominent Black women whose lives reveal the many ways nature has served as a source of knowledge, healing, refuge and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eThrough Botanical Stories, I invite you to look closely, not only at the flowers themselves, but at the stories they help tell.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sojourner-truth-rooted-in-strength-postcard","title":"Sojourner Truth: Rooted in Strength Postcard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThroughout her life, Sojourner Truth found strength, purpose and spiritual renewal in the natural world. Her faith, resilience and unwavering commitment to justice continue to inspire generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting honors that relationship through botanical symbolism. A single tree in the background reflects the natural landscapes that offered moments of reflection and renewal throughout her life. Surrounding her are maiden pink flowers, chosen to symbolize resilience in the harshest conditions. Together, these elements speak to the quiet strength that sustained her extraordinary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral pattern on her bag is intentionally rendered in black and white, echoing the simplicity and modesty for which Sojourner Truth was known while subtly weaving botanical forms into every part of the composition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy work often begins with careful observation of flowers and the natural world. In the Botanical Stories series, those observations become a way of exploring the lives of remarkable Black women whose relationships with nature reveal stories of courage, healing, wisdom and hope.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuseum-quality posters made on thick matte paper. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil\u003cbr\u003e• Paper weight: 189 g\/m²\u003cbr\u003e• Opacity: 94%\u003cbr\u003e• ISO brightness: 104%\u003cbr\u003e• Paper is sourced from Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malaika Ross Studio","offers":[{"title":"1 Postcard","offer_id":51560055439655,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Postcards","offer_id":51560055472423,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4311\/9655\/files\/enhanced-matte-paper-poster-_in_-6x8-front-6a4532198880a.jpg?v=1782919724"},{"product_id":"harriet-tubman-guided-by-the-natural-world-postercard","title":"Harriet Tubman: Guided by the Natural World Postcard","description":"Harriet Tubman: Guided by the Natural World\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen I think of Harriet Tubman, I think not only of her courage, but of her relationship with the natural world.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShe understood that the landscape held knowledge. She used the North Star to guide people to freedom. She knew the healing properties of plants. The earth and the sky were not simply scenery, they were companions, teachers and tools for survival.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis painting honors that way of seeing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBehind Harriet Tubman is the Crane's Bill flower, chosen to symbolize resilience, while the night sky woven into her dress reflects the constellations that guided countless journeys toward freedom. Together, these botanical and celestial elements tell a story of courage, wisdom and liberation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMy work often begins with careful observation of flowers and the natural world. In this piece, those observations become a way of exploring history, memory and the remarkable lives of those who understood that nature itself could be a path toward freedom.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhether displayed in a home, studio or workspace, I hope this print serves as a reminder that careful observation, resilience and hope can illuminate even the darkest paths.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMuseum-quality posters made on thick matte paper. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper weight: 189 g\/m²\u003cbr\u003e\n• Opacity: 94%\u003cbr\u003e\n• ISO brightness: 104%\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper is sourced from Japan","brand":"Malaika Ross Studio","offers":[{"title":"2 postcards","offer_id":51560454291751,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 postcard","offer_id":51560454324519,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4311\/9655\/files\/enhanced-matte-paper-poster-_in_-6x8-front-6a4306589eab2.jpg?v=1782777446"},{"product_id":"harriet-tubman-guided-by-the-natural-world-poster-1","title":"Harriet Tubman: Guided by the Natural World Poster","description":"Harriet Tubman: Guided by the Natural World\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen I think of Harriet Tubman, I think not only of her courage, but of her relationship with the natural world.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShe understood that the landscape held knowledge. She used the North Star to guide people to freedom. She knew the healing properties of plants. The earth and the sky were not simply scenery, they were companions, teachers and tools for survival.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis painting honors that way of seeing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBehind Harriet Tubman is the Crane's Bill flower, chosen to symbolize resilience, while the night sky woven into her dress reflects the constellations that guided countless journeys toward freedom. Together, these botanical and celestial elements tell a story of courage, wisdom and liberation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMy work often begins with careful observation of flowers and the natural world. In this piece, those observations become a way of exploring history, memory and the remarkable lives of those who understood that nature itself could be a path toward freedom.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhether displayed in a home, studio or workspace, I hope this print serves as a reminder that careful observation, resilience and hope can illuminate even the darkest paths.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMuseum-quality posters made on thick matte paper.  \u003cbr\u003e\nAvailable in two sizes: 8 x 10 and 11 x 14 inches.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper weight: 189 g\/m²\u003cbr\u003e\n• Opacity: 94%\u003cbr\u003e\n• ISO brightness: 104%\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper is sourced from Japan","brand":"Malaika Ross Studio","offers":[{"title":"8″×10″","offer_id":51567351169319,"sku":"4497064_4463","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11″×14″","offer_id":51567351202087,"sku":"4497064_14125","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4311\/9655\/files\/26_Juneteenth_Tubman_Print099.jpg?v=1783165576"},{"product_id":"sojourner-truth-rooted-in-strength-poster-1","title":"Sojourner Truth: Rooted in Strength Poster","description":"Throughout her life, Sojourner Truth found strength, purpose and spiritual renewal in the natural world. Her faith, resilience and unwavering commitment to justice continue to inspire generations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis painting honors that relationship through botanical symbolism. A single tree in the background reflects the natural landscapes that offered moments of reflection and renewal throughout her life. Surrounding her are maiden pink flowers, chosen to symbolize resilience in the harshest conditions. Together, these elements speak to the quiet strength that sustained her extraordinary journey.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe floral pattern on her bag is intentionally rendered in black and white, echoing the simplicity and modesty for which Sojourner Truth was known while subtly weaving botanical forms into every part of the composition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMy work often begins with careful observation of flowers and the natural world. In the Botanical Stories series, those observations become a way of exploring the lives of remarkable Black women whose relationships with nature reveal stories of courage, healing, wisdom and hope.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMuseum-quality posters made on thick matte paper. Available in two sizes: 8 x 10 and 11 x 14 in.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper weight: 189 g\/m²\u003cbr\u003e\n• Opacity: 94%\u003cbr\u003e\n• ISO brightness: 104%\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paper is sourced from Japan","brand":"Malaika Ross Studio","offers":[{"title":"8″×10″","offer_id":51568201924903,"sku":"4557813_4463","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11″×14″","offer_id":51568201957671,"sku":"4557813_14125","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4311\/9655\/files\/SojournerTruth_2026_Print129.jpg?v=1783165537"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4311\/9655\/collections\/26_Juneteenth_Tubman_Web100.jpg?v=1782776671","url":"https:\/\/malaikaross.myshopify.com\/collections\/botanical-stories.oembed","provider":"Malaika Ross Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}