Author: Ayanna Nicole

Hi! I’m Ayanna, a writer and artist. Although I graduated from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte with two degrees in art and psychology, I’ve had a passion for writing for as long as I can remember. By following my dreams and utilizing my creativity, I designed Jaro Magazine with the ultimate intention of bringing more positive stories in the black community to the forefront, while also highlighting our versatile and vibrant culture through Jaro’s four modes: film, books, art, and music. I also manage a book hub, which you can find on Instagram @bloomingliterature.

Season One Of The 12th Hour Podcast Is Now Streaming On JARO

The first season of the 12th Hour podcast is now available to stream through JARO’s expanding podcast offering. Created by Martingly Nelson, The “12th Hour” was formed for those seeking a more intimate connection with themselves, their community, and ultimately to their spirit and God. The video-audio podcast is hosted

Former NFL Champion Malcolm Jenkins Explores the Intersection of Football and Art As An Esteemed Collector

Malcolm Jenkins, a phenomenal presence in football during the 2010s, anchored his reputation as one of the sport’s most formidable defensive players. Throughout his impressive NFL career, he achieved the remarkable victory of winning two Super Bowl championships—one with the New Orleans Saints and another with the Philadelphia Eagles. Jenkins

‘Earth Mama’ Trailer: Savanah Leaf’s Debut Film Is A Tender Portrait Of Motherhood

Savanah Leaf’s debut feature Earth Mama received significant praise and glowing reviews after its premiere at Sundance Film Festival and NYC’s New Directors/New Films. The newly released trailer introduces rapper Tia Nomare in her first acting role, starring as Gia, a pregnant mother in the Bay Area fighting to regain

Art Exhibition: ‘Harmonia Rosales: Master Narrative’ Skillfully Reimagines European Renaissance Paintings Through The Lens Of The Black Diaspora

Afro-Cuban American artist Harmonia Rosales creates rich and visceral paintings that recast European Renaissance paintings with characters of the Afro-Cuban Lucumí religion and Black subjects. In her first solo traveling exhibition, “Harmonia Rosales: Master Narrative” is currently on view at the Memphis Brooks Museum through June 25th. In August, it

Literature Exhibition ‘Toni Morrison: Sites of Memory’ On Display At Princeton Through June

At Princeton University Library, a groundbreaking Toni Morrison exhibition is on view until June 4th. Curated by Princeton professor Autumn Womack, “Toni Morrison: Sites of Memory” unearths the creative process of the late renowned author, and explores how Morrison’s expansive archive continues to inspire and influence in a timeless manner.

The Buried Story Of Joseph Bologne, The 18th Century Prodigious Black French Composer And Fencer

Joseph Bologne, also known as Chevalier de Saint-Georges, was an 18th-century Afro-French fencer, composer, and virtuoso violinist with talents rivaling Mozart’s. The new biographical film Chevalier, written by Stefani Robinson and directed by Stephen Williams, spotlights the erasure of Black classical artists through shedding light on the extraordinary composer’s life.

Harry Belafonte Dies At 96: The Life And Career Of Trailblazing Musician, Performer, And Activist

Actor, singer, and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte died Tuesday at 96. Regarded as one of the most successful Caribbean-American musicians in history, Belafonte was a trailblazer as an artist, performer, and activist. He was one of the first Black leading men in Hollywood as he gained recognition during the

Textile Artist Bisa Butler’s New Exhibit ‘The World Is Yours’ To Open This Summer In NYC

Award-winning American textile artist Bisa Butler is preparing for an art show in New York City, returning to the Big Apple for the first time in three years. Taking place at Jeffrey Deitch, the upcoming exhibition “The World Is Yours'' will be held from May 6–June 30, 2023.

‘Minor Notes’: Recognizing The Unsung Black Poets Of The 19th And 20th Centuries

This article contains Amazon affiliate links. Released during National Poetry Month, Minor Notes, Volume 1 is an anthology series shedding light on the neglected literary scene featuring overlooked Black poets from the 19th and 20th centuries.  Professors Joshua Bennett and Jesse McCarthy were astonished by how many brilliant Black poets

Kehinde Wiley’s New Exhibit Sheds Light on Systemic Violence Against Black People Through Historic Icons

Renowned for his iconic portrait of Barack Obama, artist Kehinde Wiley has dedicated his artistic career to capturing the vibrancy of everyday Black people. His latest exhibition, “An Archaeology of Silence,” delves into themes of grief, mourning, and the inherent value of living. In an interview with Jeffrey Brown for

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