ARTIST TOLOOKOUTFOR

Before history was written, it was adorned. Centuries of tradition and memory etched into striking pieces of gold, silver, and bronze—dyed silks, ivory, leather, glass, and bone.

Art is a living conversation between past and future; between what is and what could be. Shaped by endless iterations. Born from a wish.

What is the role of a curator? I know, I know, loaded question. But maybe that’s where the answer lies: in its complexities.

Throughout history, all over the world, there have been many Renaissance movements.

In Romeo & Juliet, Shakespeare asks, “What’s in a name?”

If house music is disco’s revenge, then mumble house is for sure rap’s groovy play-cousin.

Some images just make you stop; calling your attention almost effortlessly.

“I’m doing music with a purpose,” says our #artist2lookout4. “I make global music, I’m an international artist—I want everyone from the diaspora across the globe to connect with me.”

The term “drag” has been adopted by those who play with and dare to redefine stereotypical gender themes. For many, RuPaul’s Drag Race was their first introduction into the world of drag. But drag goes further back than the early 2000s.

I was always curious about it, but in the few years I’ve known him I’ve never asked. Seemed as good a time as any: “So, what’s the story behind the name?”

To be a Black or African woman who is passionate, outspoken, loud, assertive, and independent is to challenge the status quo. Using our voice, even our sheer existence in certain spaces, comes with consequences.

Say hello to South London-based artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Solaariss.

Say hello to DJ, producer, and entrepreneur, Mike Nash aka DJ Mike Nasty.

Meet Atlanta-based, openly trans femme DJ, producer, mother & community leader, Zaida.

All photographers aim to find the perfect light to capture their subjects, but our #artist2lookout4 goes one step further to highlight that process.

La Choloteca is an Atlanta queer Latinx dance party + brand that connects Latinx culture to social justice issues.

All the way from Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, our featured #artist2lookout4 is self-taught photographer and visual artist, Marc Desiré Zahui, aka deezy_pics.

Get familiar with our next featured artist: Micah Freeman, an Atlanta based vocalist, rapper, producer, and songwriter.

Based in Jersey City, New Jersey, Lovelisa Dizon, better known affectionately as LUV, is a DJ, cyclist, event producer, and founder.

Timothy Trumpet, Jr., better known by his stage name TYMMYT (pronounced Timmy T) is a NY based, rapper, singer, and trumpeter from Atlanta, Georgia.

A fellow lover of Bukowski, whiskey neat, good music, and meaningful conversation, our next featured artist is graphic designer, illustrator & author, Sean Fahie (pronounced Foy).

Singer, songwriter and actress, Mia Jae talks about the importance of art during these trying times, what she’s been up to during self-isolation, the inspiration behind her EP and what creating means to her.

Barbara Rego is a multi-faceted creative that specializes in videography, mixed media and graphic design.

In today’s current political climate, it’s hard to ignore the many social injustices going on both at home and in the world. Whether it’s regarding immigration, police brutality, the increase in racial tension, war, etc., you cannot not be involved as these issues affect our everyday lives.

King Marie recently released her debut album: The Prelude. Her creative approach when making the album really speaks to her determination and willingness to be present within her craft.

“I’m a firm believer in affirmations,” says R&B singer/songwriter Kiya Lacey, “you just have to believe it will all work out.”

Get familiar with Penda N’diaye, freelance writer, podcast host and founder of Pro Hoe.

Part of Polarface Music Group, [ K S R ] has been writing music and developing his sound for the past 3years.

As Art Director, Daldorph has worked with brands like adidas Originals, Y3, W Hotel, Moncler, Hugo Boss & more.

Naji has been enticing audiences with his smooth, soulful and sensuous sounds for the past few years.