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One of Peter’s main muses is the inimitable Kerry James Marshall, whose works Peter was fortunate to observe at the Ludwig Museum, Cologne. An American artist known for his paintings of Black figures, Marshall has gained acclaim for examining African-American culture in the United States. “It was the first time I saw a work of a Black artist in Europe, who is unapologetically authentic in his work,” says Peter. “I watched a mini-documentary and interview he gave, and I knew at that moment that this is what I wanted to do from the beginning, but I lacked the boldness of how it would be received. Seeing his show gave me the confidence and the ability to be unapologetic in my pursuits.” As his confidence grew, Peter went on to further his studies in the arts at Kunstakademie in Düsseldorf, and he’s now had works exhibited at ARCOmadrid, National Museum Onikan, Haus der Kunst, Kunsthaus Mettman and DIDI Museum – his next show will be his first solo exhibition in the USA with Mariane Ibrahim later this year in November.

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Welcome to the resplendent world of photographer Brandon Hicks where pulchritude and forthrightness hold hands providing undeniable proof of their union.

There is no negating that his canvases are utterly striking in their own right, beauties that would dazzle in front of any novice photographer, however Brandon is no novice and the emotions he evokes through the eye of his camera is at the very least remarkable. One can’t help to think his talent has created some brilliant new idiom for the ‘come hither’ look as he takes the familiar to breathtaking heights. So lose your way into Brandon Hicks’ alluring world and you might find that losing your way is just as good as being found.

"I believe that it is my personal responsibility as a Black creative that I document Black life/culture. To be able to do my part in photographing history and telling the visual stories I want to see is very motivating," he says. "We live in a diverse world. For so long, major companies have only catered to the majority of the country while leaving everyone else out. Inclusion is everything. We exist too. I’m glad things seem to be turning around. Still a lot more work to be done, but glad nonetheless."

The Jamaican illustrator Kandine Lindsay is a passionate creative, who eats, sleep s and breathes art and design

Kadine Lindsay is an Artist, Social Activist and Lover of life. She was born and bred in Kingston Jamaica. She studies illustration at OCAD university. She creates art with purpose. She creates art for black people . She is driven by her experiences and the experience of the other black women around her. She expresses the nuance and complexity of being a black person. Her intention is to expand her reach and help generations of black people to see themselves, see their worth, see their feelings and their experiences represented. She also makes it a note to create art that exist outside of the white gaze because she finds it important for there to be a space for black people in art without feeling like they’re being constantly surveilled by the White Gaze.

Growing up in Jamaica, Kadine was focused on a Doctors degree, before coming to Canada on a whim and realizing that art was something she wanted to focus on to help others, as well as heal herself. With constant day to day practice, Kadine knows that through hard work will come with evolving to become her highest self. Knowing that art makes her feel good, Kadine is now building a community through her unique pieces & currently studying at OCAD.

Releasing the negative energy, people and focusing on good vibes & positivity; Kadine continues to feed her soul, spirit and identity as a creative artist in Toronto, as a multi medium artist always ready to try new creative endeavours.