It was a tough week for black people. We mourned the murder of Terrence Crutcher. One of the most recent black lives lost to police violence. And watched several other unlawful acts against black bodies circulate through our news feeds. The trauma caused by reliving these moments add to the generational pain black people suffer from centuries of abuse from colonialism/racism/imperialism/& capitalism.
A Map to You Art|Shop partnered with Runway Boutique L.A. hosted a much needed Head Wraps in the Park event this past weekend in Leimert Park. With a line up of featured live performances, workshops, and some unique vendors. The day provided a much needed celebration of blackness. But the reality of the current state of black existence was still prevalent [with a protest happening just feet away]. It is important that we hold these balanced spaces for black joy and awareness that Black Lives Matter!
Check out some of the lovely attendees:
Lovely eco-friendly handmade jewlery @NATIVESOL
Vintage shop with @AIYSHASINCLAIR
Cute Canvas designs and key holders from @Boricubi
@Chikodis_World
@i_afropuff
@beautymarked_cosmetics
Handmade home decor @reflektiondesign
The organizer of #HeadWrapsinthePark @Fashionfatima and friend
LA Naturals Amaechina Anyanwu
Tess and blogger Britt @brima_donna looking fly!
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Hold on to your black joy!
You captured the day beautifully! Thank you for including Reflektion Design!