Posts tagged Black Arts
Wayne Bussey II: Student, Artist, Educator

by Paige Watkins

A student of Media Arts & Studies at Wayne State University, Wayne works to understand media & its societal impact, while also spending time creating photography and film. This week, the Archives got to sit down with the young creative to talk about how he got started and where he plans to go from here...

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It's Rock City, Suckers!

by Camille Johnson

RockCity Lookbook is a fashion publication founded by Detroit-natives Blair Watts and Bree Gant. With almost 2 years under its belt, began as a way for Blair and Bree to promote Black is well on its way to becoming a permanent creative fixture in the city. Bree’s eye for photography and Blair’s eye for style blend perfectly, producing visually stunning, fashion forward images. Recently, we got to chop it up with the duo about RockCity Lookbook, fashion, community, and more. . . . 

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Bree Gant: Black, Bold, & Creative

by Camille Johnson

Bree Gant is a talented young photographer from Detroit’s west side. In her 7 years shooting she’s built an amazing portfolio - capturing everything from the Selma 50th Anniversary for Girl Trek to dope Detroit style and fashion for RockCity Lookbook - and completed a residency at 555 Non-profit Gallery & Studios. Most recently, Bree’s photography series Lost&Crowned was shown for a month at Great Lakes Coffee in Midtown Detroit. Last week we got to chop it up with the powerhouse photographer.

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As Far | A Short Film

by Paige Watkins

As Far is a coming-of-age story about a young girl, Nina, who is struggling to recognize her worth and potential. Surrounded by people and an environment that could easily work against her and her goals for a successful, fulfilling life, Nina must challenge herself and - with the help of her friends - fight to overcome those odds. This short film, set to premiere this summer in Detroit, is the brainchild of young Detroiter, Paige Alston, who wrote the screenplay and directed the production of the movie. The Archives got a chance to sit down with Paige and two of the cast members, Malachi & Renae, to talk in the final days of production. 

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