From the desk of Dr. Tomayia Colvin, a statement on racism and brands.

In the wake of hate crimes committed against Black men and women and the necessary protests against injustice and inequality in the US, some brands have found their voices. They’ve used their platforms to speak out against racism and put their money where their mouths are by pledging millions to fight racial, social, and economic inequity.

It is time for photography industry leaders and corporations to use their platforms to speak out against the racism Black and minority photographers are facing within the industry. This includes mandatory diversity, inclusion, and equitable sensitivity training for photography vendors, executives, and leadership staff. And it also includes ambassadors, who are often the faces of photography companies. 

Here’s a list of black photographers to watch, follow, and support in 2020!

I know, I know. But here’s a graphic if you’d like to support the #StayHome movement. Link to the Canva Graphic Template can be found here. Change the FONT to FREE ONE to avoid the $1 fee. Thank you, Temica Gross for creating the graphic for us! Link to free COVID Letters to Clients. Coming […]

Here’s a list of black new photographers to follow and support in 2020!

Here’s a list of the top ten black senior photographers to watch, follow, and support in 2020!

Pregnancy is a miraculous journey that should be celebrated. No matter how many times a person gives birth, each one is special and unique in its experience. It is so important to document such a momentous change in your physical and emotional world. Not to mention the vast change your life will endure bringing a […]