Ed Ribeiro: Orishas in Art, Atelier Sanctuary, and Public Mosaics by the Painter of the Orishas

The central theme of his work revolves around Afro culture, with 95% of his paintings dedicated to the Orishas.

It is believed that he is the artist of the present day who most paints African gods worldwide.

Being recognized as the 'artist of the Orishas' is an honor for him, declares the artist, and explains: "I always paint the Orishas according to their day, such as Exu, always on a Monday, and so on throughout the week..."

... Principal Orishas:

**EXU** - Intermediate and messenger Orixá, responsible for communication between the Orixás and humans.

**OGUM** - Represents struggle, achievements, he is the god of war and the archetype of the warrior. He is the patron saint of all workers whose profession requires the use of tools.

**IANSÃ** - is a powerful warrior, responsible for taking souls to heaven. She is the Lady of the winds, thunderstorms, and tempests, and represents rapid changes.

**OXÓSSI** - Lives in the forests and represents abundance. He is the protector of hunters and rules the fields; his symbol is the bow and arrow. He can imitate the sounds of animals with perfection, is a brave and generous hunter.

**OXALÁ**- Is a male divinity, he is the creator of all beings and father of all Orixás - except ***Logunedé***. He represents the sun, creation, and life

**IEMANJÁ** - Is the mother of all Orixás - except *Logunedé* -, she is the great mother and rules education, family, and unions. She is the queen of the seas, protector of sailors, and is one of the most famous Orixás in Brazil

**NANÃ -** Is a female divinity that represents motherhood, life, and death.

**XANGÔ** - In **Yoruba mythology**, Xangô is the king, so he is the Orixá who takes care of power, administration, and justice. He acts with neutrality, is recognized for wise decisions, and is integrity

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***The Butterfly*** - One of the main works that integrated the exhibition at the Philadelphia International Art Expo in 2008.

**Our Lady Aparecida, the Patron Saint of Brazil**. Ed Ribeiro

Varied, he illustrated various book covers and CDs.

He has a brilliant mind, because in addition to being a painter, the artist demonstrates skills in other artistic modalities, he is a sculptor and a poet.

Illustration of the Book Cover by Ed. Ribeiro "***The Tale of Taparica Island***" - Author ***Achel Tinoco*** (Historical Romance)

Ed Ribeiro is also the author of the mosaics on the walls of the Casa de Iemanjá, which served as the backdrop for the mini-series of the Rede Globo, "The Siren's Song" starring Isis Valverde and the Praça Engenheiro Carlos Batalha created in the shape of the sun, both located in Rio Vermelho, Salvador.

Casa de Iemanjá - Built in 1924, it was known as the House of the Fishermen that became a sacred place for followers of candomblé.

It was expanded and restored in 1972 when it became officially the Casa de Iemanjá.

In 2008, the artist Ed Ribeiro created the Mosaic on the walls, which is an invitation to enter the welcoming place that has become one of the most visited places by tourists when they visit Bahia.

Casa de Iemanjá - Facade with mosaics by Ed. Ribeiro. 2008

Praça Eng. Carlos Batalha. Ed Ribeiro. 2016 - Location: Rio Vermelho, Salvador

Detail of the mosaic in Praça Eng. Carlos Batalha, with the artist's signature Ed Ribeiro. 2016. Rio Vermelho . Salvador

PRAYER OF THANKS TO THE ORISHAS

I thank OXALÁ for the strength of my faith.
I thank IEMANJÁ for the harmony that reigns in my home.
I thank OMOLU for my health.
I thank OXUM for the love in my heart.
I thank OGUM for the bravery to overcome the obstacles of life.
I thank NANÃ for maturity.
I thank OXÓSSI for the abundant feast.
I thank IANSÃ for the determination to pursue my goals.
I thank XANGÔ for wisdom.
I thank OXUMARÉ for changes and transformations.
I thank EXÚ for the opened paths.
Ed Ribeiro

Biography of Ed Ribeiro, The Painter of the Orishas: The Orishas' Sanctuary and His Most Notable Works

GALLERY - VARIOUS WORKS

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