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23/02/2025

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See what else this NUNAR cover star clarifies in our , at the link in bio.

Happy birthday to 🎈 photographed for our .⁠⁠Revisit our conversation with the 2x Wammie winner at the link in bio ⭐⁠⁠...
06/01/2025

Happy birthday to 🎈 photographed for our .⁠
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Revisit our conversation with the 2x Wammie winner at the link in bio ⭐⁠
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Four years ago, NUNAR witnessed O-Slice’s vision for The Inner Circle during its fifth installation—a heartfelt, intimat...
03/01/2025

Four years ago, NUNAR witnessed O-Slice’s vision for The Inner Circle during its fifth installation—a heartfelt, intimate experience she described as “Def Poetry Jam meets Unplugged meets Tiny Desk.” Even then, the event’s ingenuity and sense of community stood out, with goals of sponsorships and expanded sets.

Fast forward to the Inner Circle 9, and those ambitions have been realized. Unquestionably one of the region’s best musical experiences of 2024, it wasn’t just a concert—it was a testament to the power of community, artistry, and intention. From its warm, intimate design to the electric performances and heartfelt gratitude, the night was a reminder of what the DMV stands for: connection and creativity. Months later, its impact is still resonating.⁠
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“I just wanted to let people into my world. Music embodies my world. I live in it and I just wanted people to know that even at 30, you don’t have to figure it all out. You just continue, and that’s what I wanted to do,” tells NUNAR.⁠
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Read the full story and view the entire night’s scenes at the link in bio ☁
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Hey Baltimore, come through this Thursday at NoMĂŒNoMĂŒ from 12-6 pm to meet NUNAR editors and get your copy of the . Enj...
24/12/2024

Hey Baltimore, come through this Thursday at NoMĂŒNoMĂŒ from 12-6 pm to meet NUNAR editors and get your copy of the . Enjoy a 10% holiday discount at the pop-up!

Don’t sleep, shop the prints before they sell out! đŸŽâ­ïž

“When you have these principles that people don’t like, they’re not going to fund you. And that’s it.” The renegade visi...
06/12/2024

“When you have these principles that people don’t like, they’re not going to fund you. And that’s it.” The renegade visionary behind NoMĂŒNoMĂŒ (.nomu_), , joins NUNAR to unravel the complexities of funding a politically grounded art space in Baltimore.⁠
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When art historian Rashieda Witter () set out to honor D.C.’s rich Black cultural history as the youngest and only Black...
04/12/2024

When art historian Rashieda Witter () set out to honor D.C.’s rich Black cultural history as the youngest and only Black curatorial assistant at the National Gallery of Art, “A Great Day in Chocolate City” emerged as her powerful vision, weaving the present and past into an intergenerational image.⁠
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“I knew I wanted to tell a story that incorporated the present moment and our past, and the only way that I felt like I would do it justice was to create an image as broad and magnificent and intergenerational as A Great Day in Chocolate City has become.”⁠
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Read the full interview at the link in bio.⁠
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For the , we visited Baltimore-based artist David Ayala () in their Station North Arts District studio to explore the i...
02/12/2024

For the , we visited Baltimore-based artist David Ayala () in their Station North Arts District studio to explore the inspirations and techniques behind their strikingly layered work. Through textured glitter surfaces and fluid nail polish compositions, Ayala reimagines themes of queerness, interrogates American hegemony, and transmutes Christian iconography, crafting art that is both deeply personal and profoundly resonant.⁠
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In this conversation with NUNAR Editor-in-Chief , Ayala reflects on their journey from Iowa to Baltimore and how their practice continues to challenge conventions and spark dialogue in the contemporary art world.⁠
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Read the full interview at the link in bio.⁠
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Joseph Orzal is the executive and creative director at the all-things-go gallery and revolutionary artistic space, NoMĂŒN...
30/11/2024

Joseph Orzal is the executive and creative director at the all-things-go gallery and revolutionary artistic space, NoMĂŒNoMĂŒ (.nomu_). For the , NUNAR Editorial Director Jamilah Scott joins Joseph at his gallery, in his loft, on the streets of Baltimore, and in nature to reflect on the trade-offs of curating revolutionary art.⁠
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“I’m always looking to see who don’t have the voice, who don’t have the space because that’s where I come from.” – ⁠⁠The...
26/11/2024

“I’m always looking to see who don’t have the voice, who don’t have the space because that’s where I come from.” – ⁠
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The founder and music artist sits down with NUNAR for our .⁠
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Making it in music takes more than talent—it takes the right people. For the , a genre-bending Filipino music collective...
25/11/2024

Making it in music takes more than talent—it takes the right people. For the , a genre-bending Filipino music collective shaking up the DMV, success is rooted in unity and authenticity. With hits like “Ms. Barista” and appearances at iconic venues like the Howard Theater and an upcoming show at in December, the group’s rise is a testament to the magic of collaboration.

For our , NUNAR sat down with the WRIZZARDS to talk about their journey, their bond, and the artistry behind their meteoric rise.

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She’s a world builder đŸȘœđŸŒ· photographed by and styled by .doug.⁠⁠Story by editor-in-chief for the Vanguard Issue.⁠⁠Ful...
22/11/2024

She’s a world builder đŸȘœđŸŒ· photographed by and styled by .doug.⁠
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Story by editor-in-chief for the Vanguard Issue.⁠
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Full read at the link in bio 🔗

Domo Wells is the first creative director and designer for D.C.’s league-leading women’s soccer team, the . Her selectio...
22/11/2024

Domo Wells is the first creative director and designer for D.C.’s league-leading women’s soccer team, the . Her selection highlights soccer’s growing stateside popularity on and off the pitch as the sport crosses into fashion and pop culture ⚜⁠
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It is a proud homecoming for the DMV-bred, Los Angeles-based designer and creative director of Dead Dirt () and a full-circle moment for a path she’s envisioned since girlhood in Glenarden, Maryland.⁠
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“I wanted to be a fashion designer. That’s what I wanted to do.” ⁠
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The Chocolate City contemporary arts scene marks its presence in “A Great Day in Chocolate City”, where 166 Black artist...
22/11/2024

The Chocolate City contemporary arts scene marks its presence in “A Great Day in Chocolate City”, where 166 Black artists—from luminary elders to rising art stars—gathered to celebrate the power of community, creativity, and Black cultural sovereignty. ⁠
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The photo represents a wide array of visual disciplines, including traditional fine arts, contemporary and modern art forms, design and applied arts, media arts, craft and decorative arts, street and public art, emerging and experimental forms, folk and cultural arts, historical and archival visual arts, as well as arts education and research.⁠
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There were no public calls to publicize the production. Instead, knowledge of the photo relied on word-of-mouth and these simple instructions from curator Rashieda Witter: “Share the invitation with other artists whose work you believe in. They must be of African ancestry and descent.”⁠
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Do you recognize any of these remarkable artists? Celebrate them in the comments below! 🌟⁠
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“A Great Day in Chocolate City” photo by Beverly Price ()⁠
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In the second of two cover stories for our Vanguard Issue and following the acclaimed release of her x “New Growth” ca...
22/11/2024

In the second of two cover stories for our Vanguard Issue and following the acclaimed release of her x “New Growth” capsule, sat down with NUNAR on the set of her cover shoot for an in-depth, personal conversation about starting her fashion label and creative agency Dead Dirt, the DMV’s enduring influence, and how fashion has been a source of healing 💐⁠
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Pre-order now at the link in bio.⁠
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A century after the Black Renaissance gave rise to Black Broadway and the flourishing of jazz and the arts in D.C., loca...
22/11/2024

A century after the Black Renaissance gave rise to Black Broadway and the flourishing of jazz and the arts in D.C., local artists and natives now stand as guardians of the city’s cultural identity, pushing back against gentrification, narrow perspectives of the city, and the encroachment of federal politics.⁠
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In our first of two cover stories for the Vanguard Issue, we celebrate an intergenerational vanguard of 166 Washingtonian artists and cultural leaders featured in Beverly Price’s “A Great Day in Chocolate City”. This historic panoramic photograph, curated by art historian and former National Gallery of Art assistant curator Rashieda Witter (), pays tribute to the iconic “Great Days” of Harlem, Hip-Hop, Hollywood, and Go-Go from decades past.⁠
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3x Emmy-nominated cultural analyst and writer BeMo Brown () delves into the making of this monumental photo with Price and Witter, exploring the importance of Black cultural preservation, archival efforts, and the vibrancy of D.C.’s contemporary arts scene.⁠
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To everyone in D.C. and the DMV feeling the weight of this election: our strength lies in unity. Join a political organi...
06/11/2024

To everyone in D.C. and the DMV feeling the weight of this election: our strength lies in unity. Join a political organization to turn grief into action. Here’s a non-comprehensive guide to grassroots organizations in the DMV and nationwide.

Together, we can still build the change we wish to see. Hold one another, believe in yourself, and get active đŸ«¶đŸŸđŸ«‚

- NUNAR team

NUNAR was on the scene of the 8th annual earlier this month, seeing some of our favorite artists, and discovering more....
30/09/2024

NUNAR was on the scene of the 8th annual earlier this month, seeing some of our favorite artists, and discovering more. Held at Robert C. Marshall Park, the former grounds of the historic Royal Theater, and in partnership with the Black Arts District (), the festival sought to reactivate the outdoor space situated off Pennsylvania Avenue.

Aiming to aid the district’s community revitalization and anti-displacement mandate, the event was a multi-experience extravaganza suitable for all ages, showcasing live musical performances, a petting zoo, an art gallery, engaging activities, and a variety of local vendors.

Founded by Emmy Award-winning composer and musician John Tyler (), Love Groove is an outgrowth of the vibrant DIY underground music and arts scene. Thanks to growing community and sponsor support, the festival has expanded from intimate indoor venues like Motorhouse to accomplishing its second large-scale outdoor stage, providing a major platform for young artists from the DMV and beyond.

The musical lineup included a spectrum of genres and acts including Makinde (.la), Elyscia (), Moore (), AngelCONCEPCION (), Citywide Goldstarz Marching Band, , Troy Story (), nightlife (), BSA Jazz Ensemble, , Adwoa (), , , Briley Harris (), , T. Ali, , , as well as DJ Cash Liss (), DJ Huxtable (), and DJ Nico (). The event was hosted by singer Amber August ().

Our photographer Kaylin Webster was on the grounds capturing every moment.

Full gallery at the link in bio 🔗

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An eclectic crowd gathered at Homme DC for EXPO DMV’s third annual one-night exhibition, EXPO 2024, on September 1st. Ho...
17/09/2024

An eclectic crowd gathered at Homme DC for EXPO DMV’s third annual one-night exhibition, EXPO 2024, on September 1st. Homme DC, a magnet for D.C.’s avant-garde art world, hosted Aton Ibe Crawley’s solo exhibition in August and Dieglo’s collection in March.

This year’s show explored the theme of online personas and aesthetics, presenting a multidisciplinary collection from BIPOC, femme, and LGBTQIA+ artists across the DMV. The exhibition featured Rikk (), Phylicia Scott (), Simone Perez-Garcia (), Jordan “HoneyDipp” Dominique (), and Simone Ruth ().

Though Homme DC’s L Street gallery may not boast an expansive space or the luxury of air conditioning, its raw, no-frills environment has become a cherished venue for avant-garde and underground art.

The event saw appearances from NUNAR editor-in-chief Damon J. Barnes and co-owner Daloren, alongside well-regarded artists and tastemakers like .midas, , , , , , and . Co-curated by National Gallery of Art assistant curator and art historian Rashieda Witter (), renowned multidisciplinary artist-activist Trap Bob (), and feminist art star , the night was a highlight for D.C.’s art scene.

Sponsored by and her firm Dead Dirt (), Kelcie Glass (), and , which provided bite-size Indian cuisine, the event also featured speeches and a champagne toast by Expo DMV founders Coco Paylor () and .

See the full story and gallery at the link in bio 🔗

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