ColorBloc Magazine

02/21/2025

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the 2025 LA Art Show returns with a vibrant showcase of global creativity, philanthropy, and cultural exchange. This year’s exhibition explores resilience through art, with proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association and wildfire relief efforts. Join us at the Los Angeles Convention Center from February 20-23, 2025. Here are some of our favorite pieces.

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02/20/2025

More than just quilts. is a story of resilience, artistry, and survival. A legacy stitched together by the hands of Black women who turned scraps into both masterpieces and a movement. Through poverty, isolation, and systemic oppression, they wove their struggles into history. Read more at colorblocmagazine.com.

02/18/2025

is in full bloom! His third studio album, BLOOM, is a 15-track exploration of growth, self-discovery, and artistry at its finest. With rich vocals, genre-bending sounds, and unapologetic storytelling, this project is a testament to evolution.

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02/18/2025

Archives: ISS15 Feature photographed by .tiff, 2023.

02/17/2025

Create loud, take up space, and never dim your light for their comfort.

02/16/2025

is far from over, there’s still so much to experience! As we continue to honor the legacy, culture, and future of Black artistry and excellence, cities across the U.S. are hosting celebrations. From immersive art exhibitions to cultural festivals and historic tributes, there are countless ways to engage, learn, and be inspired. Whether you’re in Los Angeles for the “Repossessions” exhibition at the California African American Museum , New York City at the “Still We Smile” photography exhibition at AM:PM Gallery , Atlanta at Amanda Williams: “We Say What Black This Is” at Spelman College Museum of Fine Art , or checking out Houston’s Black History Month Art Show and Maryland’s African American Heritage Festival, we’ve compiled a list of the best events and exhibitions happening. For the full list, visit colorblocmagazine.com

Art by Chelle Barbour, Surreal Plantation, 2023. Photomontage on display at “Repossessions” Exhibition.

02/16/2025

returns with LOVE.JONES, their most authentic and bold project to date. Stripping away the features and outside collaborations, this album is a raw celebration of Black love, culture, and sensuality. Drew Love and Dante Jones tap into their early days, creating a sound that feels timeless — rooted in the essence of ‘90s R&B, but with a modern twist. Every track speaks to intimacy, passion, and real emotion, from the shimmering keys of “Diamonds and Pearls” to the sultry vibes of “Straight Up.”

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02/14/2025

“Love On Your Body” (The Week Long Experience) All Womxn Exhibition Opens Tomorrow 2/15! FREE Opening Night!

Storm Cuff is showcasing her work in “Love On Your Body”, an all-womxn exhibition curated by celebrating the female form through art, music, movement, and self-expression. Not only is exhibiting two powerful pieces, but she’s also leading a posing workshop to help you feel confident in front of the camera!

Her featured works, “Sabwiththecoolwhip” and “Gene’z Black Genez,” began as photographs she shot herself and were reimagined as large-scale acrylic paintings. Through this transformation, she bridges photography and painting to tell deeper stories of Black identity, empowerment, and self-expression.

Visit the .bk gallery this week to take part of this amazing experience. Witness Storm’s work firsthand, and don’t miss her interactive posing workshop on Feb 19—perfect for models, influencers, and anyone looking to master their angles. Grab your free exhibition tickets for opening night, and sign up for her workshop before spots fill up.

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02/13/2025

Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR have unveiled the tracklist for their upcoming joint album, Some Sexy Songs 4 U, set to release on February 14. The 21-track project spans 74 minutes and features songs like “CN Tower,” “Crying In Chanel,” and “Somebody Loves Me.” The album cover showcases the duo in fur coats amidst a snowstorm in front of Mississauga’s Absolute World skyscrapers.

02/13/2025

Gordon Parks, a self-taught photographer who changed the way Black life was documented in America. Born in 1912 in segregated Kansas, Parks bought his first camera at a pawn shop for $7.50. That one decision led him to become the first Black photographer at Life magazine and later, the first Black director of a major Hollywood film (Shaft, 1971).

Parks once said, “I saw that the camera could be a weapon against poverty, against racism, against all sorts of social wrongs.”

For Black creatives today, his journey is proof that art is power. Whether you shoot portraits, fashion, or documentaries, your lens holds the power to shape narratives and challenge perspectives.

Images provided by Gordon Parks Foundation.

02/11/2025

The Villains Collection F/W 2025 is precision tailoring with an edge. A black pinstriped mini dress with a cutout and studded belt detail creates the perfect Corporate Villain look. A four-piece leather ensemble features a cropped green jacket with exaggerated shoulders, an olive corseted shirt, high-waisted shorts, and thigh-high boots with gold accents for tailored dominance. Sculpted silhouettes, gilded details, and statement accessories blur the line between menace and luxury. Styled to dominate and designed to be unforgettable.

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02/10/2025

Game Over. wearing styled by at Super Bowl 59. A visual work of art through every detail, the symbolism was brilliant. So fitting for

Photographed by Cindy Ord, Patrick Smith, Gregory Shamus, Jamie Squire — Getty Images

02/08/2025

Favorite looks from NYFW F25

02/08/2025

The Essence of Black Beauty is more than just a look; it’s history, culture, and an unshakable presence. It’s the effortless confidence in our style and the grace woven into everything we do. Our beauty tells a story of resilience, innovation, and influence, one that continues to impact the world in ways too powerful to ignore. Black beauty isn’t a trend; it’s a legacy. It moves, inspires, and sets the standard.

—The Essence of Black Beauty featured in Issue 16

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02/07/2025

02/07/2025

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02/06/2025

A little wisdom goes a long way. 5 Maya Angelou quotes for 2025.

02/06/2025

As New York Fashion Week (NYFW) 2025 unfolds, Black designers aren’t merely showcasing their collections; they’re stitching history into the very fabric of the future. Fashion has long served as a mirror of culture, and these creatives are redefining what it means to honor our past while pushing the boundaries of tomorrow.

Don’t miss these must-see shows:

• February 6: A.Potts & Joseph McRae
• February 7: Sergio Hudson
• February 9: Tia Adeola
• February 10: LaQuan Smith
• February 11: Frederick Anderson