“…Not easy to market as a black person”
German actor Benny Opoku-Arthur opens up about what its like to be Black in German television and the clichés you face
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The slightly different beauty item – Why is selfcare and mental health care so important during AND especially after quarantine
First of all, I would like to say that everything is described very subjectively in the following article. I try to make you understand how I dealt with this previously unusual situations and how I fought my very own demon. No, I am not a psychologist, nor have I been able to enjoy such education. […]
TITLES SPOT ON by V.V. : UNCERTAINTY AND TRUTH
It’s a little bit depressing. The pain that it caused between the darkness of the night and the brightness of the blue lamp was too big, too grueling, and maybe too true. Clouds pass by as my face hangs on the window sill. A glimpse of blue is visible for what must have been the […]
Alternative Realities with Atusa Jafari
We’re back with another wonderful artist for our Alternative Realities series. COVID-19 has made these past few months difficult for all of us. Not being able to see or hug our friends, being stuck at home all day, feeling like you need to be productive, and when you’re not, feeling like you have somehow failed. […]
The Power of Art in Difficult Times: Finding Solace, Connection, and Inspiration
The healing power of art in difficult times. From turning inner selves outward to evoking emotions, art remains an anchor. Explore the enduring impact of paintings, like Edward Hopper's Nighthawks, capturing the paradox of loneliness in urban life. Uncover the importance of community, care, and reassurance amidst social isolation.
End of summer realizations: We lost our youth
Summer passed by like a dream. Barbecues, campfires, days by the lake, flowy dresses and platform sandals. Laughter, dreams, romance. It was like we celebrated the (temporary) victory over Covid-19. It’s the end of summer: the start of fall. The leaves are turning orange and yellow. The Covid-19 numbers are increasing worldwide. And also, again […]
Let’s showcase the Black designers Beyoncé wore in “Black is King”
The power of Beyoncé's "Black is King" film, a visual masterpiece streaming on Disney+. From the relevance of its message to the infusion of African tradition in contemporary fashion, this journey explores generational wealth, resilience, and the beauty of storytelling.
Not everything that glitters is gold – an insight into the modeling industry
Daniel Olze has become a good friend of mine. I already forgot how we met.But this must have been through a friend (Retro maybe it was you!). When you look at Daniel, you can already imagine what he does for a living. He is tall and handsome. It’s easy to guess. Daniel models. He is […]
Why Everyone Should Watch Futur Drei – No Hard Feelings
Grimes’s new film, Futur Drei, is a coming-of-age masterpiece that will leave you captivated from start to finish. With a lively soundtrack provided by Genesis beats, we follow the journey of three young riders as they bike through fields, bask in the beauty of a botanical garden, and experience the ups and downs of growing […]
A look behind the lens – the interview with Kaj Lehner
It is as funny as life sometimes plays to its fullest. Kaj paved my career path back then, without me having the slightest idea of it, and I had hers. She also didn’t know what to expect. If I hadn’t written her on Instagram to ask her if she would like to go out and […]
