Justice Howard’s Voodoo: Conjure and Sacrifice

Peer behind the curtain and journey into Voodoo’s hidden world. A forbidden and often misunderstood subject, Voodoo has never before been photographically depicted in this way. The people and the spirits of Voodoo are creatively conjured in 69 photos from world-renowned photographer Justice Howard, coupled with the insightful words of Voodoo Queen Bloody Mary. Subjects include Papa Legba, gatekeeper of the crossroads, and the revered priestess Marie Laveau. See the realities behind Voodoo dolls and meet graveyard rulers Baron Samedi and Maman Brigitte. Voodoo priestess Bloody Mary shares intriguing background information for each of the concepts and explains the meaning of ritual items, from food offerings to libation to the misconceptions of animal sacrifice. AUTHOR: Internationally-renowned photographer Justice Howard has been featured in numerous museum exhibits and over 60 gallery shows, on well over 600 magazine covers, and in thousands of articles worldwide. Bloody Mary is a dedicated Voodoo priestess and healer working in New Orleans. SELLING POINTS: . Stunningly original art photographs delving into 18 interpretations of the complicated, often misconceived practices of Voodoo . Depictions of rituals, loa (spirits), and other elements from the world of Voodoo . Real human remains were used in the execution of these photos 69 colour images