Yellowzine [@yellowzine] showcases black artists and illustrators

Yellowzine [@yellowzine] showcases black artists and illustrators

Yellowzine celebrates work by black artists and illustrators. Founded by Aisha Ayoade and her brother, Oreoluwa Ayoade, the Zine creates a space where BAME art can stand boldly. Yellowzine made an appearance

Inspiring Edge [@HayleeVenus] fundraiser fashion show 11/11/17

Inspiring Edge [@HayleeVenus] fundraiser fashion show 11/11/17

On 11th November Embrace U Empire, founded by Haylee Venus, are hosting Inspiring Edge Fashion Show at the Haringey Irish Centre. They are raising awareness of mental health and fundraising for Mek

Bans [@bansillustration] launches clothing label and Zine Stay Grateful 3/11/17

Bans [@bansillustration] launches clothing label and Zine Stay Grateful 3/11/17

South London based Artist/Illustrator Hannah Prebble @BansIllustration, is launching her new hand-painted clothing collection and Zine Stay Grateful at Wah Nails in Soho across a three day event starting on the  3rd of November.

Rastafarian pupil forced to move schools because his dreadlocks does not fit the “strict culture of the school”

Rastafarian pupil forced to move schools because his dreadlocks does not fit the “strict culture of the school”

You may have heard recently about pupil Chikayzea Flanders , who was put in isolation at Fulham Boys School because they deemed his dreadlocks as inappropriate.  Flanders is a Rastafarian. A religion that sees their

UNDRHUNGER [@UNDRLNDN] raising awareness of youth homelessness and hunger

UNDRHUNGER [@UNDRLNDN] raising awareness of youth homelessness and hunger

UNDRLNDN is run by a community of young Londoners and aims to unite Londoners under 25 to end youth homelessness and hunger with regular monthly events. They also kick-start ,connect, and create

Behind The Lens , The New Documentary by [@OlaChristian]

Behind The Lens , The New Documentary by [@OlaChristian]

The title Behind The Lens connotes the idea of what goes on behind the scenes. Different elements such as production, finances, family issues, mental health, lack of diversity and lack of representation

Let’s Play Vinyl [@stringupdisound]: today’s roots reggae sound system operators

Let’s Play Vinyl [@stringupdisound]: today’s roots reggae sound system operators

Let’s Play Vinyl, an exhibition on roots reggae showcasing today’s sound system operators, is currently touring the UK. Sound systems and the UK roots reggae scene is becoming more diverse, and a

Grace Jones Bloodlight & Bami: Film Review

Grace Jones Bloodlight & Bami: Film Review

Sophie Fiennes documentary explores the Jamaican up bringing of Superstar Grace Jones you’ll be transfixed from the start.  Described as one of the most eccentric and liberating stars of our time this

Introducing Black Girl Festival 29.10.17 : It’s Time To Celebrate Black British Women [@blackgirlfest]

Introducing Black Girl Festival 29.10.17 : It’s Time To Celebrate Black British Women [@blackgirlfest]

Black Girl Festival is a one day festival celebrating Black British women Past, present & future with arts, workshops, panels , a marketplace & entertainment for all ages. Founded by Paula Akpan

Black History Events in London #BlackHistoryMonth

Black History Events in London #BlackHistoryMonth

We are half way through the month of October which means Black History Month will soon be coming to an end. There are hundreds of events that take place throughout the month