Mawunyo Gbogbo is the author of Hip Hop & Hymns: A memoir of loving hard, falling apart and fighting back, set to an unrivalled playlist. That unrivalled playlist is available on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Music. And because you can never have too many playlists, international DJ Just Dizle has created an incredible party playlist.

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A Ghanaian-Australian visual artist whose vibrant works explore themes of identity, migration, and community. Recognized for my powerful storytelling and dedication to fostering artistic expression within diverse communities, my art offers a unique perspective on contemporary social landscapes. Explore my compelling portfolio and journey.

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Musonga Mbogo is a visual artist based in Canberra, Australia. Through his works, he tells a unique story of his Tanzanian and Zimbabwean roots and his Australian upbringing. Often times he examines complex issues of diaspora, ethnicity, hybrid identity and globalisation. The narratives which he presents are both ubiquitous and unique and audiences are invited to immerse themselves in his world, imagining themselves as characters in the stories.

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Sydney based illustrator, Victor D.Fuenté has been honing his skills in water-based ink illustrations for the past few years.His works are mainly focused on the symbiotic relationships between characters and their environments. Heavily inspired by Gustavo Dore and Rick Shaeffer he’s still on the mission to incorporate their styles into one.

Lucky Lartey - a Ghanaian-born dancer and choreographer based in Sydney, seamlessly blends traditional African rhythms with contemporary movement practices. His work traverses themes of social justice, identity, and the relationship between HipHop culture and African oral traditions!

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Steph Martei - a Sydney-based visual artist, found her artistic inspiration through manga, comics, and the vibrant world of graphic design. Despite initial hesitations from her family,Steph pursued her passion, honing her skills in illustration and visual arts. Her vibrant and unique style captures the essence of freedom and individual rights, reflecting her deep-seated beliefs in equality and justice. With a focus on portraiture, Steph’s work embodies authenticity and creativity, evident in her collaborations with institutions like the Powerhouse Museum and Bankstown Art Centre.

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