afropunk bk: politics of style in their words

“I want everyone to see that it doesn’t take much to express creativity.” — Josef

“Freedom.” — Alim

“Complexity.” — Zunyda

“I want to be seen living my fullest life, emitting sounds of joy, choosing words of hope, moving in celebration and breathing in love, fully free to do so.” — Aleckxis

“As a queer hip hop artist and musician in the USA it’s hard to feel noticed and here I feel like I’m home!”  — Music Bear aka Tony Banks

“It is important so that you can be heard.” — Christian

“It is important so that you can be heard.” — Christian

“Every time I walk they say quit shaking shit.” — Anaïs

“Because I am Art!” — Magdalina Dumé

“Because natural hair can be elegant and classy.” — Tiffany

“As a Black woman in America, we are either forgotten or exploited. To be seen is to make a name for myself and other women who may not have a voice. I design clothing and jewelry, and with every piece I make, I make a statement, not only that but I make style, so if it’s copied, it’ll forever be known as something started by a Black woman.” — Indigo