L’artiste remarquable
A time capsule of sorts, composed of textures, light crafting, and a lot of heart. Titled, The Remarkable Artists, is a visual celebration of thoughtful craftsmen and women that I’ve photographed, and whose influence in spaces known and unknown served as instrumental advocates for the voiceless. Whether it was raps on the stage, poetry in theatre, music at a rage or contemplation of editorials meant for the digital page - artists remain a voice and conduit to culture that defines every era.
This pressure, to carry entire generations plight, dreams and thoughts alike, I imagine to be a privilege. May artists continue the legacy of crafting culturally resonant truths, defining their times, and being a time stamp to the era they represent.
For where my words remain within the holds of the mental abyss, may these visuals connect beyond words, yet equally convey the strength of thousand words.
Aluta continua!
Perfekto
Images in order of appearance:
25K (Rapper/Trapper), Next Level, Waldrift, Vereeniging, 2022.
Masai Sepuru, (Set Designer, Art Director, Playwrighter, Poet), Ah Men at The Johannesburg Market Theatre, 2023.
Terry Wizz (DJ, Culture Connecter, Wave Maker), Most Wanted at Zone 6, Soweto, 2023.
Mandisa Ntsinde (Editor-In-Chief/ Hip-Hop/Rap Culture Commentator/ Poet/ StarDust/ Multimedia Journalist), Maboneng District, Johannesburg, 2021.