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Between London, Accra and everywhere Black culture is being built
Between London, Accra and everywhere Black culture is being built
Cultural Architect and founder of DēpART Consultancy, Akuraa and ɔkom. Curatorial work spans London, Accra, and the Caribbean diaspora — from dot.ateliers and Gallery 1957 to Fuze Caribbean Art Fair. These are five things defining her world right now.
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physicalTottenham, London
A space like Seed is much needed. It's not just a library; it's a living archive — a third space that allows for human connection. More than the knowledge one can acquire from its books, it's the community being built in real time that is the gift. It's a beautiful thing to witness.
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platformHis food is simply exquisite. My tastebuds were having so many firsts — a truly exciting experience. And it's about the experience beyond the food: the hospitality is first class. That is his true gift is the storytelling — layered, patient, deep. Each course another telling.
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organisationi'll let the Master's words lead:"Music videos are one of the few art forms capable of transcending language and geography... even if the audience don't understand a single lyric, they can still connect emotionally through the imagery, feeling freedom, beauty, and a sense of belonging." Christian.S
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platformTatyane Ramos is asking pertinent questions about the role of Black domestic archives in the development of technology. Why? So we understand how all of this shapes the future of our imagination. The work she is doing is both exciting and urgent and I can't wait to see it travel beyond Brazil.
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platformArtNoir has been a staple of the Black art community. Through advocacy and community building, they have been instrumental in the career development of many artists and in fundamental changes to the art world. It's a better place because of them — one where we can feel held.