I launched Under All Arts to capture and translate visually the interdynamics between contemporary art and the influence of black artistry within exhibition and events, from the curator to the location or the genre of art displayed. Black art and artists are often hidden within the structures that makes contemporary arts niche and unique, or underappreciated and undervalued.
FROM ABOVE, EVERYTHING LOOKS BEAUTIFUL by Moridja Kitenge Banza – Almas Art Foudation. London Bridge, London, UK
As a fellow Congolese and artist, I was truly astonished by the work of Moridja Kitenge Banza. The theme of his exhibition was to express the urgent need to address global conversations and take actions around environmental justice, colonial memory, surveillance, restitution and the human cost of the technologies that shape our everyday lives. As the Head of Marketing & Sustainability for TraCerLab Group, a company founded by Congolese men to provide sustainable mineral traceability in the great lakes region, where we execute satellite-powered mapping, I was completely taken by surprise. Beyond the ability to promote the magical work of a Congolese artist like no other, I was blessed with the opportunity to visualize first-hand supreme creative contemporary work directly engaging with my trade. I can only thank the great curating and dedication delivered by the Almas Art Foundation, and invite you to visit their following exhibition, from November 12th, featuring Pamela Tulizo and Dolet Malalu, both also from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. See you there!
10 years Peckham24 – Peckham 24. Peckham, London. UK
Peckham’s reputation has profoundly changed over the past decades; it was previously known as one of the most feared and dangerous neighbourhoods in the UK, being home to mainly Black and Caribbean communities. Usually pictured through the media for violent crimes while failing to receive an equivalent show of appreciation for its positive sides or financial and educational support from local and general governments. The gentrification of Peckham was only made possible because of the covered truths that Peckham was always a home rich of culture, art, music and sports.
Peckham24, along with the rest of the Copeland buildings and Peckham communities have been fighting to change the narrative about what Peckham is and represents!
Medlar @ Cafe 1001, London. UK
Medlar performed at one of bricklane’s notorious venues, Cafe 1001, a home dedicated to the underground, music and culture. Medlar has been a supporter of black music and artists throughout his entire career, showcasing underground and known black artists by displaying their music using unique artistry across his sets. From House to Disco, Funk to Garage and beyond Western-born genres such as music from Brazil, west Africa, west Indies and more, Medlar has continuously proudly carried the sound of black musicians with grace, honour and respect.
Dream Acting “Du Parc Au Salon Des Reves” @ Parc Compans-Caffarelli, Toulouse. France
Dream Acting is an unique community created by the amazing Brazilian Cecilia Erismann. Her community she built over 11 years begun with the desire to express Free Wishes for the world. She created more than a platform and a community: she established a way to connect the audience and artists, to transform an unknown scene into a place of magic. She explores the relationship between the individual, the territory, and the dream, connecting intimate creation with collective action. I joined Cecilia to assist her in the creation of the space in Compans-Caffarelli in Toulouse, and provided a short musical performance, while experiencing and capturing this special moment. Also a poet, philosopher and book writer, Cecilia’s impact has changed many lives and she has been an incredible advocate of black artists and women throughout her professional career.
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