Description

Ochossi — The spirit of the hunt, Ochossi represents mankind's ambitions + drive; fortune, fame, recognition. Always close to his brother Ogun, Ochossi is the divine hunter, quiet + observant, he selects the target for mankind's destiny with his bow + arrow. Additionally, he represents the strategy needed to achieve one's goals, as well as divine justice. A common saying is "Ochossi's arrows never miss". He represents strategic, decisive action. It's noted that his aché (energy) resides in places or people where things are held captive; prisons, hospitals, banks, police officers. He can bring riches or turmoil, as he is always on the hunt. Keys, padlocks, shackles, bows + arrows, pheasants, leopards, + birds of prey are all sacred to him. Large format (4x5) conceptual portrait from the series "O C H A S".