The Afroist

[Art] Hassan Hajjaj, "My Rock Stars Experimental", Volume 1, 2012  

Morroccan-born photographer Hassan Hajjaj, showcases a number of bold, portraits from an ongoing series he had been creating since 1998. The series is a mixture of distinctive African, Arab, & Asian patterns, contrasted with unique and stylish subjects; each who tell their own story within the frame. His work depicts an idea of globalization, pushing the lines of cultural identity.

Hajjaj's series is currently on exhibition at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

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[Documentary] "Sapeurs"

In a beautifully crafted short documentary, Guinness explores the eccentrically dressed men of the Congo known as the 'Sapeurs'. This subculture of stylish gentleman pride themselves on moving onward from being victims of circumstance, using their interest in many cultures to influence their style. A life not dictated by wealth, but creativity, respect and boldness. The Sapeurs illustrate that environment does not always dictate one's limits of expression.

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