The origin of the series's name comes from a quote by Chinua Achebe discussing Odinani (traditional Igbo spirituality) and the concept of "chi." In his exploration of "chi" and seeking to define it for a contemporary audience - Achebe found more questions than answers. But in his exploration, one line in particular stood out:

"Or is chi an infinitesimal manifestation of Chukwu’s infinite essence given to each of us separately and uniquely, a single ray from the sun’s boundless radiance?"

("Chi in Igbo Cosmology." In Achebe, Morning Yet on Creation Day, 93-103 )

Similarly, I have started this series with more questions than answers. But with each click of my camera working to uncover a bit more of the divinity inherent in Blackness.

#InfiniteEssence