Brooklyn, NY, witnessed a magical evening of celebration, culture, and natural hair appreciation at my farewell Hair & Fashion Show. It was an event to remember, where creativity, authenticity, and bold statements about hair and identity were front and center. Setting the Tone: Inspiration and Goals The evening began with an enlightening conversation led by […]
One of the very few models with natural hair. She talks about her work and her life. Marcia Fingal You have an amazing career. I am sure my audience will be inspired by you. Let’s start chronologically. You were born in Guyana? (I am not sure if you are aware that I am […]
If you are super exited about the upcoming What Naturals Love Holiday Hair & Fashion Holiday Show, you are not alone. The 2024 show brings everything together, my photography, the celebration of natural hair and Locs but also my documentary to spread awareness. What a way to say good bye. It is going to be spectacular. First, I […]
Having the privilege to be interviewed for the 57th Anniversary Benefit Gala – Restoration has made me pause and reflect deeply on the significance of showing BAD Hair Uprooted at the Billie Holiday Theatre. This moment, as an activist and photographer, is not only a milestone for me but also a statement on equal hair […]
On October 10th, 2024, the Billie Holiday Theatre in Brooklyn, NY, transformed into a hub of cultural significance with the opening of the BAD Hair Uprooted exhibition. This wasn’t just another exhibit—it was an immersive celebration of the beauty, history, and resilience of natural hair. Through stunning photography, fashion, and powerful discussions, the event took […]
Context: I’m 16 I’m sensitive I’m a mommas boy And I’m already insecure😭 This was my hair a year ago. I’ve grown up in a predominantly black country where it’s mandatory for boys to have their hair as a buzz cut in order to be deemed “presentable” and able to attend school (I know….colonization is […]
At the opening of my exhibition, I shared a sneak peek of something I’ve been working on this summer: the documentary BAD Hair Uprooted: The Untold History of Black Follicles. By showcasing a perspective I haven’t seen explored before, I aim to open up the conversation and create awareness about the privileges many people take […]
Sometimes a wash n go isn’t enough to give you defined, long lasting coils. TightlyCurly.com’s Teri LaFlesh has inspired many people with tight curls and coils with what she calls Doodles—a term she got from her mother. “Doodling” helps separate and define natural curl and coils. I’ll show you how…
A video showing a stylist beautifully popping the curls of a client reminded me of the Doodles challenge of America’s Next Natural Model season 3 where all models used the Going Natural products to make their coils pop. As each model, all with different textures, show us you can do this at home.