Last month I got to be part of a @spencerbadu rbadu campaign where I was specifically asked to Krump, what a blessing on multiple ends.
I have a lot of respect for the quality and intellectual art practice that is the Spencer Badu namesake brand. The quality and direction are award-winning for a reason. But beyond that, I truly respect the community this brand creates and cultivates.
As a Krump dancer, community development is something I’m always subconsciously paying attention to, it’s such an important part of the culture. So when I see it done with intention, it stands out.
This was one of the first brands where I felt I could attend, learn, and grow in my understanding of clothing and the cultural references involved, with genuinely thoughtful leaders guiding the experience.
Although this is a brand selling products, I don’t feel invited into a Spencer Badu space just to buy, I feel invited to stay awhile and really understand the stories they’re telling through each piece.
Thanks again to @spencerbadu for bringing Krump into your world.
World
That's not real
Love (A love)
That's not real enough for me
World
Your world is not real enough for me
I don't feel
I can't take it
Much like falling down, down
For your love, no
I don't see it, no
I can't feel it
Much like being a clown, clown, clown
For your love, no
- Gloria Ann Taylor
📷: @_markemery
@adrianlayner of @bookclubtoronto.ca started a series called ‘Read the Room’ at CoFu’s program Assembly @designtofestival in January! 📕📗Adrian’s next readings are happening today at @itsok.world featuring Sam Sabzaveri sharing Iranian poetry, plus tea by Jad of Room Coffee, details on the 4th slide 👀 don’t miss!
Read The Room returns for an intimate evening of shared reading, conversation, and tea — where literature becomes a social space.
This time, we’re joined by:
Sam Sabzaveri — sharing Iranian poetry and reading his own work
Jad from Rooms Coffee — serving tea & drinks for the evening
Together, we’ll read, listen, and sit with words in community.
Bring a book. Bring a friend. Or simply bring yourself.
📍 ItsOK Studios/468 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
📅 March 24
🕖 7:00 PM
☕ Tea & drinks available
