Black culture has always been movement. A rhythm carried through generations, expressed in sound, style, and spirit. Influencing art across the world. Yet, for many Black men (or young black boys), stepping into the world of dance can still be met with hesitation or stigma.
This Black History Month, in collaboration with @zenroseee , we’re celebrating those that break the mould. Male artists of Black and mixed heritage redefining what it means to dance, to express, and to honour the cultures that move through them. 🤎
Featured artists // @jordanjfunk@itsmichelezan@rioallison@ssaiyathomas@tendaii._@tyressehare ✨
Images // @zenroseee@kit_ibbott@joeylondon
Words // @shokirie & @mirannewatley
Movement: The Industry, by Zen Rose (Film Photos)
This shoot is easily the highlight of my year. It helped me fall back in love with a craft I stepped away from a few years ago.
It’s also very special because I got to create with these talented artists. I’ve admired and danced with each one of them and I truly believe in celebrating people who reflect my community.
I’m building this archive as a form of memorabilia. Something that can outlive social media and celebrate black artists.
Thank you @joeylondon for your support and creative eye🫂
You can also read the @movesmagazine article celebrating these dancers for Black History Month and view the photos through the link in my bio.
(Film Photos)
Zen Rose @zenroseee@gallerybyzen
(Digital Photos)
Joseph Osas @joeylondon
Kit Ibbott @kitsvisuals
Talent:
Rio Allison @rioallison
Tendai Chitate @tendaii._
Tyresse Hare @tyressehare
Jordan JFunk @jordanjfunk
Michele Zan @itsmichelezan
Masaiya Thomas @ssaiyathomas
