Historically, Afro-Caribbean women have been the custodians of culture, often responsible for preserving oral traditions, folklore, and spiritual practices passed down from Africa. Through their art, they continue to carry the weight of this cultural preservation. Whether in visual art, literature, or performance, Afro-Caribbean women have been instrumental in ensuring that African cultural traditions thrive in the diaspora.

For instance, many of the women artists have incorporated elements of Vodou, Santeria, and other African-derived spiritual practices into their work, ensuring that these often-misunderstood traditions remain alive and respected. In doing so, they challenge negative stereotypes and encourage a re-examination of African spirituality’s place in modern life.

Afro-Caribbean women have also used their art to explore themes of identity and belonging. In a world where both Afro-Caribbean and African women are often marginalized, these artists provide a counter-narrative—one that celebrates black womanhood in all its complexity, resilience, and beauty. Their works are both acts of defiance and affirmation, rejecting the limited roles society often imposes on them.