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Happy Hoodoo heritage month! Hoodoo runs through my veins, and informs literally everything I do. So, I thought this would be a good time to reintroduce myself and my work. In true Gemini fashion, I got a lot going on, so bear with me!

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I’m Anisa — artist, root worker, conjure woman, and mama to an amazing 2yr old named Selah.

I’m also the founder of Àjé Textile Studio (Àjé for short), and am co-mothering Radical Muthas with my mama-bestie Jenna.

🪻 Àjé Textile Studio is a crossroads where conjure meets craft. Here is where I’ll be sharing educational resources on natural dyes, and create heirloom-quality pieces meant to be passed down for generations.

As a rootworker and natural dye artist, I acknowledge and honor the personhood of the plants I work with. I see them as allies and collaborators in liberatory practice, each carrying their own histories of resistance and ancient wisdom.

🦋 I also co-steward Radical Mamas with my best friend and collaborator Jenna Perez. It’s a companion space where we explore motherhood as a rite of passage and as a portal to radical healing. A lot of my writing on Black motherhood, astrology, and radical ritual work will live there.

My work celebrates indigenous wisdom, the divinity of nature, and the transformative power of mothering. I believe that the revolution begins with the radical act of care: caring for our children, for each other, and for the planet.

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Image descriptions, and why I chose pictures of adire textiles and indigo vats, will be in the comments.

If any of these threads sparked something in you, follow me along on my journey! links in bio 🤗

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Divine Mother by Anisa Matthews - The centerpiece of this scarf is a freehand painting of a mother cradling her newborn, depicted with multiple arms in homage to the Hindu iconography of deities. This imagery reflects the universal wish of mothers to “have more arms” as they balance the demands of early postpartum life. The design honors motherhood as a divine act, capturing the grace, patience, and nurturing strength that mothers embody as they adapt to caring for their child. Available at halitta.art #supportblackart #buyblackart #emergingartists #femaleartist

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Can you believe we’re only 1 episode away from the finale of From Pencil to Production? This season has gone by SO fast, but I hope you’ve enjoyed every episode as much as I have!

What’s most interesting to me is that there is still no clear winner, which is a testament to the talent these contestants bring to each challenge.

Our next episode premieres Tuesday, June 17th with our guest judge, @lenesecalleea, chatting with the contestants about marketing and her strategies for amassing her 57K+ loyal followers on her Instagram business page, @lc_apparelconsulting.

Make sure you’re all caught up on episode 1-4 because episode 5 will determine who goes to the finale, and it’s a bit of a nail biter🫢

Tune in tonite at 6:30PM EST on the 383 Design Studio YouTube channel.

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✨ Week 3 of my Mater Art Residency ✨

Here’s a little #behindthescenes glimpse of the process for my boubou gown—one of the signature pieces for my first collection under Àjẹ́.

🌿 Working with natural dyes, organic fabrics, and a lot of love, I’m excited to bring my visions of ethereal garments for mamas to life. Big thanks to @base_o_bcn for the space to create alongside my little one 🌱✨

More details coming soon on this journey, and the official drop! But for now…we snack 🍓✨

#bts #textiledesign #slowfashion #momlife

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Happy International Women’s Day! 💜
Continue to celebrate women artists by amplifying black voices and buying black art!
Shop at halitta.art 🎨

#internationalwomensday #womensupportingwomen #buyblackart #supportblackartists

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We still have pieces from @daughtersofaje available on halitta.art!

The “Odú Boubou Gown” celebrates timeless beauty and cultural significance, drawing inspiration from the beloved boubou (or baati) silhouette that resonates deeply across the African diaspora. Known for its graceful ease, this gown is as comfortable as it is captivating—a favorite among pregnant women for its spaciousness, yet easily cinched at the waist with inner ties for a tailored, flattering fit. Our design is also breastfeeding-friendly, making it a versatile choice for mothers throughout all stages of motherhood.

By Anisa Matthews

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🚨Missed our LIVE? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered!
Meet Anisa Matthews, the incredible mixed media artist turned textile designer redefining the divine feminine through Afro-futurism, motherhood, and sustainable fashion. 💫✨
We had an amazing conversation about her artistic journey, how motherhood shapes her creativity, and the inspiration behind her latest collection, Àjẹ́. 🖌️👗
🎥 Catch this replay snippet of Anisa describing a little bit about her artistic beginnings 🎨
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#SupportBlackArtists #ArtAndFashion #CreativeMothers #BlackWomenInArt #ArtCollectors #WomenInDesign #EmergingArtists #AfroFuturism #SustainableFashion #BlackArtists #TextileArt #MotherhoodArt #ArtistSpotlight

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Tune in Sunday, November 24th at 7pm CEST to get to know Anisa Matthews, our latest featured artist at Halitta Art! ✨ We will get to know a little bit her journey and how Àjẹ́ came to be.

See you then!

#barcelonaart #supportartists #Motherhood #SustainableFashion #AfricanArtisanship #AfroFuturism #SupportArtists #CelebrateMotherhood #AfricanTextiles #HandcraftedFashion #HonoringAncestors #BlackArtist #EmergingArtist

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🌟 Introducing the Ancestors Sling 🌟

More than a baby wrap—it's a timeless piece of wearable art. Designed with love for mothers and their little ones, this versatile sling effortlessly transforms into a skirt, dress, or sleeveless jacket, bringing style and functionality together.

Created from 100% organic cotton sateen, it’s soft on your skin yet durable enough for babywearing. This piece is hand-painted with emblems inspired by African mask symbolism and dyed using traditional Indonesian batik techniques, creating a stunning palette of cochineal pink, weld yellow, madder orange, and earthy cutch.

This isn’t just a garment; it’s a celebration of cultural heritage and a legacy to be passed down for generations. 💛

Available now at Halitta.Art ✨

#WearableArt #CulturalHeritage #SustainableFashion #AfricanTextiles #Babywearing #supportartists #MotherhoodJourney #SlowFashion #ArtAndMotherhood #FunctionalStyle #blackartist

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“ Six weeks postpartum, Teresa N. Washington’s book ‘The Architects of Existence’ introduced me to the concept of Àjẹ́... I didn’t fully explore this newfound concept until a friend gifted me an African wrapper that transformed my experience of motherhood. This versatile garment not only facilitated baby-wearing but also reignited my sense of sensuality and creativity. As I wore this wrapper, I connected to the long traditions of women around the world, who have ingeniously used mere yards of fabric to carry their children and style themselves.” - Anisa Matthews

Anisa’s collection, Àjẹ́, is available exclusively on Halitta.art ✨

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