Hantu originally started in 2003 as a way for young men to express themselves better. Through engaging them in workshops, they learned how to convey their emotions onto garments using digital printing. The message of this social project was: “If you can’t say how you feel, wear how you feel. “
Gun & knife crime was rife in this area at the time. So this message resonated among many people. Angga
Kara (Founder) felt that using a creative outlet would aid society as whole and improve participants as individuals. Especially for potentially troubled or even dangerous young men. The outcome was extremely successful! Over 90% of the participants went onto finding full time employment and explored higher education. Some even continued creating their own garments & even teaching others how to. Over the years we've learned lots of what to do and not to do. Along the way we've had so many people that helped along the way. The platform is a way to give back, share our experiences, and give a collective voice for creativity and positivity. Our collaborative garments have been :
As seen on Channel 4 & Esquire magazine. As worn by:
Music: GZA (Wu-Tang Clan, USA) / Annie Mac (London) / Sub Focus (UK) / WeFunk Radio (Canada) / Rudimental (London, UK) / Disclosure (UK) / Lunice (USA) / Rustie (Warp, UK) / Dismantle (London) / Hudson Mohawke (Amsterdam) / Roska (London,UK) / DJ Doorly (NY)
Dancers: Salah (France) / Greenteck (Canada), Mr Wiggles ( Rock Steady Crew, NY) / Poe One (LA, USA)
Actor: Dominic West (from TV show The Wire, UK)
