Honoring Black History Month
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The SPD Board is honoring Black History Month by kicking off a series that celebrates and honors Black creatives throughout the month of February.
First up are the picks from SPD board member, Emem Offong, VP, User Experience Design Lead, JPMorgan Chase & Co. She would like to highlight and introduce these three amazing women to you.
Notice, follow and support these exceptional women.
Ari Melenciano
@ariciano
“I first encountered Ari’s work at the inaugural Afrotectopia festival in 2018 which she founded. Afrotectopia has since grown into an organization dedicated to exploring the intersection of design, art, technology, Black culture and activism—a vital space for visionary work.”
Aurélia Durand
@4ur3lia
“Aurélia’s dynamic and inventive illustrations have been a favorite for years. The extensive color palette she works with—an integral component of her visual style—infuses her work with so much joy.”
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“Nicole has an ingenious talent for transforming ordinary furniture into statement pieces with vibrant, colorful textures and patterns—I love the artful way she pairs prints. To me, her pieces have always evoked home.”
Next up in our Honoring Black History Month series, SPD board member Jamie Prokell, Creative Director of Men’s Health would like to introduce and highlight these three groundbreaking creatives.
Make sure to check out their work below and most importantly—Notice, Follow, + Support these exceptional Black men.
Huston Wilson
@hustwilson
“This self-taught lettering artist and graphic designer based in Johannesburg, South Africa, brings a fresh eye and unique talent to his work. I am liking his ability to build typography into the 3d world.”
Arrington Porter
@heir_porter
“Painter, musician, all-around renaissance man. Creating beats, or original art he is always capturing the richness of his experiences. I love the way he blurs the lines of reality and dreams. Always bringing his original voice to whatever medium he is working.”
Mark Harris
@mrkhrrs_
“Mark’s collage work is a blend of raw feelings and witty concepts. He combines images, shapes and colors that evoke a visceral response that I love. His editorial work brings a sense of visual delight to readers everywhere.”
