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This week, we interviewed a number of talented cre

This week, we interviewed a number of talented creatives across music and photography. Check them out here!

@ronsuno - Many may know Ron Suno for his viral skits or his 2020 hit single “Pinocchio,” but it’s much deeper than what you see at surface level. We had the opportunity to chat with Ron Suno about breaking out the box, his new project Jokes Up, being outside after the pandemic, and much more

@xander.foto - Born and raised in Philadelphia, Jared is a multidisciplinary artist and graphic designer taking an innovative approach to editorial photography. We got to chat with him for our latest #BehindTheLens installment!

@zhaviawhard - Ever since she can remember, music been a quintessential part of her life for not only her, but those who find themselves wrapped in her formidable catalog. We got to chat with Zhavia about her new single “Big Girl$ Don’t Cry,” mental health, tattoos, new music, and much more!

For our latest #BehindTheLens interview, we got to

For our latest #BehindTheLens interview, we got to chat with Philadelphia photographer @xander.foto what it takes to grow in creative spaces such as his own, attention to detail, 2021 goals, and more! He owns one of the only Black-owned creative studios in West Philly.

“One thing I would say is don’t compare your work to what another creative is doing. You have to stay authentic and be in your creative field for the right reasons,” he shares. “I feel like a lot of people, when they see that money coming, forget why they started.”

Click the link in our bio to read the full interview! 📸

For this week’s #CreativeHighlight, we selected

For this week’s #CreativeHighlight, we selected @hinadirah, founder and CEO of @thegumbo. Her platform amplifies the voices of women alike across entertainment, changing the way we view music and the structures that operate around them through editorial content and events.

“The Gumbo’s goal is to inspire creative leadership and contribute to a cultural shift that reframes, re-energizes, and reimagines Black women’s relationship with and contributions to Hip-Hop,” Nadirah shares.

Be sure to follow @hinadirah and @thegumbo for all the amazing content they’re working on!

For our latest installment of #StyledByMe, London-

For our latest installment of #StyledByMe, London-based stylist @jaimejarvis does an exemplary job at amplifying not only the image but voice for several musical acts and creatives today. She’s worked with everyone from Easy Life, Quavo, and Sean Paul all the way to Charli XCX, Green Tea Peng, and VanJess amongst a plethora of others.

“I think every creative process or piece should always be conversational as it’s subjective so that’s definitely important to me! I hope people are able to draw inspiration from my work in any capacity as that’s the highest compliment,” she tells us.

She got to discusses breaking down barriers in the fashion industry, working with artists such as Connie Constance, and advice for young stylists! Click the link in our bio to read the full interview. ⚡️

For this weeks interview round-up, we had the chan

For this weeks interview round-up, we had the chance to talk with creatives across fashion, music, and photography. Check them out below!

@sierrarenas - Sierra is a creative director and designer whose vibrant, outstanding, and colorful work combines influences from her heritage and culture as well music and fashion. We had the opportunity to chat with Sierra Rena in regards to the origins of @sierrasinvogue, how to support Black-owned businesses, and new projects she’s working on!

@diamondkwhite - 22-year-old Diamond White is molding into a beloved icon for young women alike. The multi-talented and beloved singer, songwriter, and actor has done just about everything you can imagine while continuing to break down barriers. We had the marvelous opportunity of chatting with her in regards to her day-to-day, mental health journey, new album, and much more!

@whipalo - Many may know him Loui and Saweetie’s “Talkin’ Bout” music video or Babyface Ray and Moneybagg Yo’s “If You Know You Know” visual effort. Whipalo’s ability to direct and produce high-quality videos that pay close attention to detail has allowed him to rapidly rise as one of hip-hop’s favorites. Whipalo joined us for our latest #BehindTheLens!

@zanillya - A Netherlands-based artist that creates unique tuneful melodies with a soul-tingling sound, Zanillya spoke with us musical journey, new release, and advice to young women amongst other things!

For our latest #BehindTheLens, we got to chat with

For our latest #BehindTheLens, we got to chat with 21-year-old music video director @whipalo, who’s quietly been building a film-making empire for the past several years through his production company Rhino Farm. Many may know him Loui and Saweetie’s “Talkin’ Bout” music video or even Babyface Ray and Moneybagg Yo’s “If You Know You Know” visual effort. Whipalo’s ability to direct and produce high-quality videos that pay close attention to detail has allowed him to rapidly rise as one of hip-hop’s favorites.

“My come-up has been a roller coaster ride for sure. I know a lot of directors can relate, starting off you’re like a one-man show,” he shares. “I know me personally, I was the DP, lighting person, editor, versus now where I get to hire a crew and work with a lot of great people in the production game.”

Click the link in our bio to read the full interview! 🎥

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