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on what his role actually means, taking it upon himself to create intricate works of art that draw just as much, if not more, attention than the fanciful garments and dramatic scenery they're often paired with — all while uplifting Black hair and identity at the core of his output.
Now, in partnership with the international creative agency Art Partner, Jawara's work is getting the attention it deserves withcurated by Jawara himself, featuring photographs of his work showcasing Black and Afro hairstyles as the art forms that they are and have always been. "When I think about the culture of Black hair, I think immediately of how we have managed to use hair as a sense of expression, as well as identity," Jawara shared with NYLON over email. "I believe that Black hair has been discriminated against and been made to seem like it’s difficult, but actually, it’s extremely versatile and can do every and anything, as well as shape-shift. I would love to amplify the beauty of Black hair and how beautiful it is, down to the texture.
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