The Artwork
Each watercolor carries a Patakí — a spiritual story from African Traditional Religions, alive in West Africa as Isese and carried through the diaspora in Santería, Lukumí, and Spiritism. These paintings are bridges of memory and spirit.
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Esu Maelstrom
An upgraded version of the painting Esu Chaos which depicts a story...
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Warrior Crew (WC)
This painting inspired a whole music video! Watch it here! Warrior Crew...
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Yewa -Broken Promise
(Watch the Story) *All Sales Final Yewa -Broken Promise Obatala's daughter, Yewa,...
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We're Okay - Abikú Children of Irona
We're Okay - Abiku Children of Irona (Watercolor)The Iyaami or Elders of the Night -represented here by...
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Amor Toxico
This painting was featured in a music video! Watch the interview with...
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Egun Masquerade
(Watch the Story) *All Sales Final Egun - The Family Cloth -...
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Lucky Meriye Collection
No one is luckier than Meriye who only needs to harvest one...
Inspired by Ancestors & the Orisha Crafted by Initiated Orisha Priestess & Ifa Practitioner
Raquel Rivera - EsuDina
Practical tools and art inspired from within the tradition.
Credentials & Creative Work
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Author
Published under the pen name Vera Rake, bringing ancestral wisdom to contemporary readers.
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Songwriter & Composer
Creating original scores and musical compositions for patakis (sacred stories), honoring the oral tradition through modern sound.
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Ibaloye Pocket Altar
An digital ancestor table for your cell phone for when you are on the go!
Spiritual Guidance & Conversations
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Weekly Spiritual Readings
Ijomosoro - Conversations with the Void
Weekly spiritual readings and spiritual guidance, connecting seekers with ancestral wisdom and divine messages.
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Creative Conversations
Exploring the intersection of spirituality and creativity, featuring conversations with artists, practitioners, and cultural workers.
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About the Artist
Raquel Rivera - EsuDina
Initiated Orisha Priestess & Ifá Practitioner
Through my app, oracle cards, paintings, and music, I create sacred tools rooted in authentic tradition and personal spiritual practice. Explore my collection of original prints and clothing items featuring these sacred designs—from standalone art pieces to wearable expressions of spiritual connection. Each creation is crafted with intention to support your journey—whether you're seeking guidance through divination, inspiration through art, connection through sound, or a way to carry these sacred designs with you. These are tools by a practitioner, for practitioners.