Cultural Revival: There's a strong focus on using traditional African art forms to reconnect individuals with their cultural roots. This includes incorporating practices like beadwork, indigenous painting styles, and storytelling, which provide a deep sense of identity and belonging.
Sustainable Art: Like trends in other forms of art therapy, sustainability is a key trend. Using natural and eco-friendly materials, artists create pieces that are not only beautiful but also earth-conscious.
Community Healing: African art therapy is being harnessed to address communal trauma and facilitate collective healing. This involves creating collaborative artworks that symbolize unity and resilience, offering a visual representation of shared experiences and recovery.