Processing Black Death During COVID-19

Having to process the murders of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor in real-time, while already contending with the disparate outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic on communities of color, especially African Americans, has been crushing. What are the options for Black Americans struggling to survive on so many different fronts?

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Chakula Chetu: Flatbush Edition

Chakula Chetu recently held their last event for the 2019 season in the historic neighborhood of Flatbush, Brooklyn. Part potluck and part celebration, Chakula Chetu features East African inspired dishes, music, and vibes! Follow them on Instagram to stay up to date on upcoming events: @chakula.chetu

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#MakossaBK 2018 Season Finale

2018 ushers in the 9th consecutive summer for the Makossa Brooklyn Cookout. Still considered one of the best outdoor summer soirees in Brooklyn, Wonway Posibul of Latin Soul Brothers links up with NYC-based event promotion team Rare Form to bring his famous Makossa sound from San Francisco to NYC to create a bicoastal vibe like none other. Since its birth in the backyard of Williamsburg boutique/gallery Fresthetic in 2010, the monthly cookouts have garnered a loyal following and experienced incredible growth, including the Makossa Los Angeles Cookout and a three-city tour in 2017 (Charlotte, Chicago, and Atlanta) sponsored by Miller Lite.

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Gabriella

A look back at one of my favorite shoots last year featuring Gabriella (@feminine.intuition). Jump in and learn about some of my inspiration for the shoot, the backstory of how we met, and over 25 high-resolution images from our shoot. Enjoy!

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Lydia

This blog features a photoset from my portrait session with Lydia Casagrande (@lylly_casagrande) shot in Bed Stuy, Brooklyn and a quick Q & A session I did with her about her first year in NYC, what she's learned about herself and what this shoot meant to her.

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