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The Trees that Chose Me

Putting to Rest The Trees That Chose Me September 8, 2021 Feeling sad and anxious today. Two of our grandmother oaks (Iya Agba ~ Yoruba)...

What's New Around Here?!

The Winter Wellness Sampler Kits are here! Gratitude Garden Auntie Caryl’s lets me continue sharing my art with you -- as well as sharing...

Video Series Launches November 17, 7 p.m.

I’ve been awarded a Prince George’s County Arts and Humanities Councel Aritst Fellowship to develop a series of short video pieces that...

“All Plants are Magic”

I’m finding joy in my collaborations with other makers of herbal products. I want to introduce, or re-introduce, them - because they are...

Goodbye Summer Sunshine, Hello Winter Wellness!

I’m getting so inspired by those of you who’ve tried the Summer Sunshine Kit and last winter’s Winter Wellness Kits. You say you want to...

BREAKING NEWS!!

Coming: 2 New Videos + A Fellowship to Support the Work! I’ve been awarded a Prince Georges County Arts and Humanities Council Artist...

The Tale of the Summer Wellness Spirit Sticks

The Origin Story: Auntie Caryl's Spirit Sticks I am an artist who loves to give new life to objects that have had previous use. When you...

In Search of Mami Wata

Earlier this year, I was honored to see my art published in a book called In Search of Mami Wata. Edited by Michelle Yaa Asantewa, and...

Do What You Love! Auntie Caryl’s Art and Herbs

In 2021, I pivoted to working mainly in my home, in my studio, and in my garden. Enter Auntie Caryl’s Art and Herbs.

Environmental and Social Justice Art: Stopping a Power Plant

When people come together, they can make things happen! Stopping the Mattawoman power plant in Prince George's County, Maryland.

Highlander Maryland Identity Workshops

The Highlander Institute was created in Calvert County, Maryland in 2016 to mentor young leaders who demonstrate a passion for advocacy,...