Art

Basquiat: Origins, Rise to Fame and Legacy

Part 1: The Beginning Jean-Michel Basquiat's origins and rise to fame, seen as never before through the eyes of Al Diaz, fellow graffiti artist, SAMO co-conspirator and confidant.

Part 2: The Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat's contemporary and friend, the artist Toxic, on the paintings, the scene and the Basquiat no one knew.

Part 3: The Legacy Rapper and rising star Macklemore on Basquiat's influence on his music and his ambition.

Redefining Culture with Abstract Expressionist Sophia Domeville

When defining success, some find that obtaining possessions or wealth is far less fulfilling than the gratification of spiritual gain. For Sophia Domeville, success is not just about money, cars, and fame, but also about the ability to redefine culture for youth and women.
In this video, Sophia Domeville talks Art & Buddism with Fanm Kanson Network, read more about Redefining Culture.
Fanm Kanson Network "Our Wombs, Our Voices, Our Stories"
Filmed & Directed by Francesca Andre
Produced by FAP

Book reviews

Haiti Noir

Book Review

The anthology edited by Edwidge Danticat puts a uniquely Haitian spin on the crime genre

"Danticat has succeeded in assembling a group portrait of Haitian culture and resilience that is cause for celebration." - Publishers Weekly