TimsWhenItsWarm: The King of Quotation
by Camille Johnson
TimsWhenItsWarm is a native Detroiter and rapperf rom Alabama's Mile High Music Group. Since his 2014 debut, TIMS has had the opportunity to perform on 4 SXSW stages and released two projects included his most recent release -- T.I.M.S. EP2. We got to interview TIMS about his budding career, musical influsences, and more.
Domo Caldwell | Part-time Sensei, Full-time Photo Lover
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!
It's Rock City, Suckers!
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. . . .
Just Fred
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. . .
Bree Gant: Black, Bold, & Creative
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.
Leona Moore | Portraiture Maven
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.
Kulture | An Organically Poetic Rapper
by Camille Johnson
20 year-old rapper and Detroit-native Kulture has always been drawn to music. A driven newcomer, Kulture dropped his first project, The OG EP, on June 29, 2014. This weekend Camille caught up with Kulture to get an inside look at the evolution of his craft.
Dennis Belton Jr. | Photographer, Media Mogul, Changemaker
by Camille Johnson
Dennis Belton is the multi-talented, creative force behind Belton Media Group -- a Detroit-based media company responsible for the branding of some of your favorite artists and brands including IBGM and Enjoy Detroit. This weekend, we sat down with Dennis to find out more about his career, his inspiration, and his passions.