Jacksonville Photographer Shares African Heritage Through Lens

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Growing up in Jacksonville, photographer Amina Diallo always felt connected to her Senegalese roots, but she struggled to see that heritage reflected in the local art scene. Now, through her “Roots & Reels” project, she captures everyday moments—like a grandmother braiding hair or a family grilling suya—that honor African traditions. Her lens turns familiar Southern scenes into vibrant stories of resilience, pride, and cultural continuity, inviting viewers to see the African diaspora alive in F…