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Kelly Rowland talks self-esteem and colorism in Runway Magazine
In the Fall 2011 Issue of Runway Magazine, Kelly Rowland spoke about loving yourself and encouraging women to “Be strong and don’t be afraid to take chances”. Kelly Rowland talked about having an identity crisis and struggling with her complexion.
In the Fall 2011 Issue of Runaway Magazine, Kelly Rowland spoke about self-love and encouraging women to “Be strong and don’t be afraid to take chances”.
Kelly Rowland talked about having an identity crisis and struggling with her complexion.
“There’s so much peer pressure growing up, I had an identity crisis. I went to a predominantly white school and I was the only black girl. I can remember thinking: ‘I don’t want to be as dark as I am – I want to be a little fairer.’ I didn’t want to be me…Tina sat me in front of the mirror and said: ‘Girl, look at how pretty you are.’ She made me feel comfortable in my own skin.
Kelly Rowland is a beautiful black sista. As a dark skin woman myself, I can relate to Kelly Rowland. Color shouldn’t be a factor in determining beauty. When I was younger I thought skin color defined who you are, and that lighter was better. It was over time and the love from my parents that showed me all shades of color are beautiful.
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Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA) is accepting submissions for 2025 Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize and Creative Baltimore Fund grant program
The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA) has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize as well as the Creative Baltimore Fund FY 2025 grant program.
The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA) has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize as well as the Creative Baltimore Fund FY 2025 grant program.
2025 Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize
The Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize awards $30,000 to a visual artist or visual artist collaborators living
and working in the Baltimore region.
Established by BOPA at Artscape in 2006, it is one of the most prestigious visual art prizes in the region. The application deadline is November 15, 2024. Semifinalists will be announced in December, and in January, five finalists will be selected to exhibit their work in the Walters Art Museum, April to July 2025.
Information sessions
BOPA is hosting two information sessions — Tuesday, November 5 and Thursday, November 7 — to help
artists plan their applications and answer questions. Both sessions will take place over Zoom.
Visit promotion and arts for the link, more information, and how to submit.
About the Creative Baltimore Fund
The Creative Baltimore Fund is a grant made annually by the City of Baltimore from its general fund that is
administered by the Baltimore City Arts Council (BOPA). The program awards funds to qualified artists and
arts and cultural organizations based in Baltimore City. The Creative Baltimore Fund has two grant programs:
General Operating Support (GOS), which provides core support for established arts or cultural organizations,
and the Mayor’s Individual Artist Award.
GOS grants to organizations range from $3,000–$10,000. The Mayor’s Individual Artist Project Support grant
will award 10 artists with ti3,000 awards. Grant awards will be paid 100% at time of contract signing and
processing. The application deadline is December 2, 2024.
To support prospective grantees, BOPA is hosting virtual office hours every Tuesday and Sunday during the
application period.
Visit promotion and arts to get the Zoom link, learn more about the Creative Baltimore Fund program, and how to apply.
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3 Chambers Fest celebrates the fusion of hip-hop, martial arts, and anime culture
The full schedule is now live for the 2nd annual 3 Chambers Fest, taking place in downtown Wilmington from December 4-7th.
The full schedule is now live for the 2nd annual 3 Chambers Fest, taking place in downtown Wilmington from December 4-7th at Jengo’s Playhouse, The Eagle’s Dare, Union Station Auditorium at Cape Fear Community College, Waterline Brewing Company, and Sokoto House.
3 Chambers Fest schedule
Advance screening of KILLA HILL
The opening night event on Wednesday, December 4th at Jengo’s Playhouse will be an exclusive advance screening of KILLA HILL, a true crime documentary series that chronicles the escalating murder rate fueled by the crack epidemic which defined the notorious Park Hill projects of Staten Island and home of the Wu-Tang Clan.
There will be a post-screening discussion with director Gerald K. Barclay and special guests that will be announced soon.
Wu-Tang Wednesday Opening Night Party
Also Wednesday, there will be a Wu-Tang Wednesday Opening Night Party at The Eagle’s Dare with 9th Prince of Killarmy (and brother of Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA) as the guest DJ immediately following the KILLA HILL screening.
Immersive movie experience Can I Kick It
On Thursday, December 5, Shaolin Jazz will bring their immersive movie experience Can I Kick It? to Union Station Auditorium at Cape Fear Community College, remixing the soundtrack live to Berry Gordy’s THE LAST DRAGON.
Taimak, star of THE LAST DRAGON, will also be in attendance for a post-film discussion and meet & greet. There will also be live martial arts demonstrations over hip-hop tracks by The Pantherz Demo Team and Cequence Henry.
Legendary hip-hop artist and battle rapper Mickey Factz
On Friday, December 6, legendary hip-hop artist and battle rapper Mickey Factz will headline the hip-hop concert at Waterline Brewing Co. that will feature Landon Wordswell, JustoMobbin, S. Dot Lee, and MindsOne. The show will be hosted by Fuzz Jaxx and will also have a video game lounge, vendors, and a food truck.
Saturday, December 7
QiGong session with Shihan White Owl at Sokoto House
On Saturday, December 7, there will be a QiGong session with Shihan White Owl at Sokoto House.
Masterclass on the business of hip-hop with Mickey Factz
Later in the afternoon there will be a masterclass on the business of hip-hop with Mickey Factz at Jengo’s Playhouse.
Anime Night
Then in the evening, Anime Night will close out the festival at Waterline Brewing Co. featuring Blerd comedy sets by LouisTee, Wills Maxwell, and Ebony Angelique. There will be live music performances by Real Life Party, Sheme of Gold, SkyBlew, MoeSOS DC and Kiko Blac. Also at Anime Night, there will be a cosplay competition and a video game tournament.
More information
The full schedule and lineup is available at 3chambers.com/schedule.
All-access passes are on sale while they last at www.3chambers.com. Single event tickets are also on sale at 3chambers.com/schedule.
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“Philly in Paris” Collective needs your help to send Philly youth to Paris
Philly in Paris: Youth Travel Abroad” was formed and created as a hands-on and innovative solution to the violence epidemic that Philly youth face.
Philly in Paris is seeking the public’s support in sending some Philadelphia youth to Paris.
About Philly in Paris
The collective supports youth with violent prevention and conflict resolution through travel.
Organizers are looking to give the youth cultural experiences that include history tours, museums, and leadership development activities.
“Philly in Paris: Youth Travel Abroad” was formed and created as a hands-on and innovative solution to the violence epidemic that Philly youth face.
Led by various organizations and individuals, the collective’s goal is to take Philly’s youth on global excursions, beginning with Paris, to increase their exposure to the world and the world’s exposure to them.
GoFundMe
“We believe that in helping young people to explore diverse perspectives through travel, we can contribute to peacebuilding in Philadelphia”, the GoFundMe reads.
The GoFundMe outlines expenses such as airfare, lodging, and ground transportation.
To learn more about the initiative and to donate, visit the GoFundMe.
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JustMe
September 7, 2011 at 10:34 pm
This is so sad that Kelly herself can’t find the beauty in her own skin color. So sad!