by Paige Watkins

A student of Media Arts & Studies at Wayne State University, Wayne works to understand media & its societal impact, while also spending time creating photography and film. This week, the Archives got to sit down with the young creative to talk about how he got started and where he plans to go from here...

by Camille Johnson

The Archives had the opportunity to interview photographer Dominique Caldwell (BKA Domo) at his studio/loft. Check out her interview with the talented photog!

by Camille Johnson

RockCity Lookbook is a fashion publication founded by Detroit-natives Blair Watts and Bree Gant. With almost 2 years under its belt, began as a way for Blair and Bree to promote Black is well on its way to becoming a permanent creative fixture in the city. Bree’s eye for photography and Blair’s eye for style blend perfectly, producing visually stunning, fashion forward images. Recently, we got to chop it up with the duo about RockCity Lookbook, fashion, community, and more. . . . 

by Camille Johnson

A few weeks ago we got the chance to chop it up with Fred 'Just Fred' Daniels, a talented photographer hailing from Chicago and currently residing in Alabama. The self-taught photographer shared everything from his dream job to his favorite photo shoots. Check out the exclusive interview. . . 

by Camille Johnson

Bree Gant is a talented young photographer from Detroit’s west side. In her 7 years shooting she’s built an amazing portfolio - capturing everything from the Selma 50th Anniversary for Girl Trek to dope Detroit style and fashion for RockCity Lookbook - and completed a residency at 555 Non-profit Gallery & Studios. Most recently, Bree’s photography series Lost&Crowned was shown for a month at Great Lakes Coffee in Midtown Detroit. Last week we got to chop it up with the powerhouse photographer.

by Camille Johnson

Born China Moore, Leona Moore has quickly created a name for herself as an up-and-coming photographer in Detroit. This weekend Camille chopped it up with the Detroit-native to learn more about the woman behind the camera.

by Paige Watkins

As Far is a coming-of-age story about a young girl, Nina, who is struggling to recognize her worth and potential. Surrounded by people and an environment that could easily work against her and her goals for a successful, fulfilling life, Nina must challenge herself and - with the help of her friends - fight to overcome those odds. This short film, set to premiere this summer in Detroit, is the brainchild of young Detroiter, Paige Alston, who wrote the screenplay and directed the production of the movie. The Archives got a chance to sit down with Paige and two of the cast members, Malachi & Renae, to talk in the final days of production. 

by Paige Watkins

Darryl Terrell is a 23-year-old photographer from the Eastside of Detroit. As a student and community activist, he uses his photography to speak on his personal feelings along with race and the pressing issues important to our communities. Paige talked with him about his beginnings and how he sees his future.