In these large artworks Mr. Fall channels the wisdom, baraka (blessing), and beauty of the poetry of Serigne Touba (Ahmadou Bamba). Serigne Bamba has written and said that his writing is his gift from Allah, and through his writing he confers Allah’s blessings and protections. These pieces are some of the finest examples of Mr. Falls interpretation of West African script and his signature calligraphie negro africain.

Bless my Pen and Ink (2008), From the khassaide Nourou Dareyni

May Allah make my pen and ink a blessing and a guide for the wise man.

Make my books (Kassaida) have holy guidance like all the Prophets sent, Oh you who granted me the messengers’ reward.

Na xalèyi wek mag,mag yi yeureum lème. May the youth respect their Elders, whose help and protection they need.

“Lord! Bring down on us the veil of good health, grant our wishes her below and in the afterlife! O, my God!”