Kearmonie
Multidisciplinary Black Artist.
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28 Shades of Black Magic

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 Founded and curated by kearah-armonie, 28 shades of Black Magic is an annual photo series highlighting Young, Black artists and entrepreneurs for each day of Black history month. The photo project lives on instagram at @28shadesofblackmagic, the project’s official instagram page.

The driving force behind 28 Shades is that we are making history every day and it is important to give folks their flowers while they can still smell ‘em.

 
 

since 2018 we have featured over 150 Educators, CEO’s, Business Owners, Actors, Musicians, Authors, Personalities, and more representing various identities across the African diaspora, with strong representation of women, and queer/trans folks. Follow @28shadesofblackmagic on instagram to keep up with the project and have a look at past photographs. if you are interested in the project please contact kearah-armonie via the “booking” page kearmonie.com/booking.

As the year winds down let’s take a look back on our mixer event in March, celebrating the 2023 series! Thank you to @buttadigital @maliquesmixxydrinks @babelloft @bedvyne @muchmorestudios and everyone who came through! Can’t wait to see what we do next year. ✨✨✨
Last but not least! Jayde Barton is an educator, yoga instructor, and social emotional learning facilitator in Brooklyn, New York. Jayde is the founder of Jayde Yoga & Social Emotional Learning, an organization founded that offers trauma-informed
Last but not least! Jayde Barton is an educator, yoga instructor, and social emotional learning facilitator in Brooklyn, New York. Jayde is the founder of Jayde Yoga & Social Emotional Learning, an organization founded that offers trauma-informed wellness services to youth and adults. Her inspiration are her students from Chicago, Illinois and the pandemic of black youth suffering a lack of mental health resources. Learn more at IG: @jaydeallon 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
#31! Santasha Wynter is a candle curator that specializes in helping others bring out their personality through fragrances. WWW.BEBOLDrich.com What would you say to your younger self? "I EAT this, SLEEP this, BREATH this, I BE this, every BONE
#31! Santasha Wynter is a candle curator that specializes in helping others bring out their personality through fragrances. WWW.BEBOLDrich.com What would you say to your younger self? "I EAT this, SLEEP this, BREATH this, I BE this, every BONE in my Body is dedicated to Achieving this! People don't understand that I got a master plan and I will never quit until the world has some BOLDrich!" 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
Day 30! Rumeisha Bowyer is just a kid from Leimert Park. Rumeisha is the creator and producer of a dope music series called "Fashionably Late". Fashionably late is a show about musicians and artists that have been around for years releasing
Day 30! Rumeisha Bowyer is just a kid from Leimert Park. Rumeisha is the creator and producer of a dope music series called "Fashionably Late". Fashionably late is a show about musicians and artists that have been around for years releasing great music but have yet to get their recognition/flowers. Think of it as “tiny desk concerts” meets “colors” meets “behind the music”. Rumeisha is also the photographer on the show. You can check out all the episodes on her "Fashionably Late" Youtube channel!! What would you say to your younger self? Do what makes you happy... The money will come, and remember, what is delayed is not denied!! 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
Day 28! Naderson Saint-Pierre is a portrait artist currently living in Brooklyn, NYC. Naderson Saint-Pierre paints colorful, compelling, black portraiture. Also, the founder of @highopedesign . “As an artist, there is no greater pleasure for m
Day 28! Naderson Saint-Pierre is a portrait artist currently living in Brooklyn, NYC. Naderson Saint-Pierre paints colorful, compelling, black portraiture. Also, the founder of @highopedesign . “As an artist, there is no greater pleasure for me than finding genuine growth and improvement in my projects. As I have grown and matured, so has my art. My priority is to create a better understanding and address the elephant in the room. Political and other social issues. As an artist, I alone cannot change society for the better, but I can only transform my own consciousness into my work to inspire others. The goal is to add a little seed of love, unity, and peace within everyone." - Naderson Saint-Pierre (@oursols) What would you say to your inner child/childhood self? Some people will not like what you do. But always remember, the more you shine, the more shadows you cast. 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
RSVP #linkinbio! Join us for an evening of celebration, networking, and overall Black excellence including cocktails, raffles, and an exhibition of the 2023 photo series! As well as the oppourtunity to meet and hear from this year’s creative team and some of the featured artists. Sponsored by: @odetobabel , @bedvyne , @brooklyntea & @buttadigital Drinks by @maliquesmixxydrinks This year’s series is the 6th installment of 28 Shades of Black Magic, an annual photo series highlighting Black artists, activists, and entrepreneurs for each day of Black History Month. Follow us on Instagram to keep up and to see past iterations: @28shadesofblackmagic Photos by @iamnijai Creative direction: @taysoley Founder and curator: @kearmonie
Day 26! Jasmine Holt (Jas) is an Atlanta based, Liberian-American photographer whose passion is to showcase the beauty and variety of the Black experience. In October 2021, Jasmine co-released ‘Black Joy: A Portrait Series’ highlighting 1
Day 26! Jasmine Holt (Jas) is an Atlanta based, Liberian-American photographer whose passion is to showcase the beauty and variety of the Black experience. In October 2021, Jasmine co-released ‘Black Joy: A Portrait Series’ highlighting 18 different stories and portraits around Black Joy. As an aspiring photojournalist, Jasmine aims to continue using photography as a medium to construct visual narratives around Black culture, identity, our rich history, and impact on the world. Her inspirations, amongst many, include the captivating works of Jamel Shabazz and Yagazie Emezie. To learn more about Jasmine and her journey, follow along on IG @ultra.lightphotography  The main piece of advice that I have for my inner child is to breathe. Your anxiety protected you in the moments you needed it, but now you have to learn how to silence it. You are more than equipped to move through this life without being in constant fear of the unknown. Trust in yourself to make the best decisions for you at all times. You got this, I promise. 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
Day 25, another birthday, shout out! Trevania Layne is a Jamaican - American Actress, Dancer, Producer and Entrepreneur based in NYC. Trevania Layne uses her work as a form of activism focused on women empowerment and to serve and represent the Carib
Day 25, another birthday, shout out! Trevania Layne is a Jamaican - American Actress, Dancer, Producer and Entrepreneur based in NYC. Trevania Layne uses her work as a form of activism focused on women empowerment and to serve and represent the Caribbean / QPOC community. Her inspirations are Rihanna, Viola Davis, and Michaela Cole IG: @Trevanialayne and Cheesecake Business - @Sweetlaynes  To my inner child - It’s ok to disappoint people. What’s important is that you don’t disappoint yourself trying to live up to the expectations others place on you. Trust yourself. Be kind to yourself. Your voice matters. Shine bright in every room that you walk in. You are magical! I love you! ✨❤️ 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
Day 23! Lady Farley. “As an Educator I realized that Social Entrepreneurship is my responsibility as a Black Woman. Under the parent-company of my All Black Women's Network: FPI NETWORK I've launched the #100WOMWNSTRONGMOVEMENT - obligated to e
Day 23! Lady Farley. “As an Educator I realized that Social Entrepreneurship is my responsibility as a Black Woman. Under the parent-company of my All Black Women's Network: FPI NETWORK I've launched the #100WOMWNSTRONGMOVEMENT - obligated to elevate the lives of up to 100 women a year.” http://fpinetwork.com IG: @fpinetwork_llc   What would you say to your inner child? “At all times trust God and know that He created you (me) perfectly and He made the earth and the sun to serve and celebrate me.” 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
Day 22! Kate Odulukwe is a Nigerian-American multidisciplinary artist with a distinct passion for promoting aspects of both her Nigerian and American identity. The singer-songwriter combines dreamy elements of Afrobeat, R&B and Pop music to build
Day 22! Kate Odulukwe is a Nigerian-American multidisciplinary artist with a distinct passion for promoting aspects of both her Nigerian and American identity. The singer-songwriter combines dreamy elements of Afrobeat, R&B and Pop music to build a bridge, connecting listeners to an introspective unknown. Through additional planted seeds from her Ivy League education at the University of Pennsylvania, Kate has consistently made time to learn and grow through sound, while maintaining her roots in Anambra State, Nigeria, and the Bronx, NY. At the same time, Kate Odulukwe is an esteemed actress who was accepted to the prestigious SpringboardNYC program by the American Theatre Wing, founder of the Tony® Awards. Her inspirations include Danai Gurira and India.Arie. Learn more at https://kateodulukwe.com/ IG: @kateodulukwe Twitter: @kateodulukwe What part of Black History do you wish you learned? I would love to have learned more Black history centered on music. Pioneering different genres, how Black music has evolved historically, etc. 📸: @iamnijai Creative Direction: @taysoley Studio: @mycousinsstudio #bhm #blackhistorymonth #photoproject #photoseries #BHM #blackhistorymonth #blackfuturemonth #panafrican #africanamerican #QUEER #blackandqueer #blackhistory #recenthistory #comtemporaryartists #millennials #youngblackartists #youngblackentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #selfmade #curators #photography #photoproject #photoseries #blackphotography #blackwomenphotographers #blackphotographers #blackpoliticians #entrepreneur #blackfilmmakers #blackalternative #QTPOC #LGBT
As the year winds down let’s take a look back on our mixer event in March, celebrating the 2023 series! Thank you to @buttadigital @maliquesmixxydrinks @babelloft @bedvyne @muchmorestudios and everyone who came through! Can’t wait to see
Last but not least! Jayde Barton is an educator, yoga instructor, and social emotional learning facilitator in Brooklyn, New York. Jayde is the founder of Jayde Yoga & Social Emotional Learning, an organization founded that offers trauma-informed #31! Santasha Wynter is a candle curator that specializes in helping others bring out their personality through fragrances. WWW.BEBOLDrich.com What would you say to your younger self? "I EAT this, SLEEP this, BREATH this, I BE this, every BONE Day 30! Rumeisha Bowyer is just a kid from Leimert Park. Rumeisha is the creator and producer of a dope music series called "Fashionably Late". Fashionably late is a show about musicians and artists that have been around for years releasing Day 28! Naderson Saint-Pierre is a portrait artist currently living in Brooklyn, NYC. Naderson Saint-Pierre paints colorful, compelling, black portraiture. Also, the founder of @highopedesign . “As an artist, there is no greater pleasure for m
RSVP #linkinbio! Join us for an evening of celebration, networking, and overall Black excellence including cocktails, raffles, and an exhibition of the 2023 photo series! As well as the oppourtunity to meet and hear from this year’s creative te
Day 26! Jasmine Holt (Jas) is an Atlanta based, Liberian-American photographer whose passion is to showcase the beauty and variety of the Black experience. In October 2021, Jasmine co-released ‘Black Joy: A Portrait Series’ highlighting 1 Day 25, another birthday, shout out! Trevania Layne is a Jamaican - American Actress, Dancer, Producer and Entrepreneur based in NYC. Trevania Layne uses her work as a form of activism focused on women empowerment and to serve and represent the Carib Day 23! Lady Farley. “As an Educator I realized that Social Entrepreneurship is my responsibility as a Black Woman. Under the parent-company of my All Black Women's Network: FPI NETWORK I've launched the #100WOMWNSTRONGMOVEMENT - obligated to e Day 22! Kate Odulukwe is a Nigerian-American multidisciplinary artist with a distinct passion for promoting aspects of both her Nigerian and American identity. The singer-songwriter combines dreamy elements of Afrobeat, R&B and Pop music to build