ISSUE II: Letter from the Editor
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — Written by Mark Baker-Sanchez Photographed by Jazmín Ramirez
In My Personal Experience
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — Written & Illustrated by Troi A. A. Speaks
The Encumbrance of Being a Good [Black] Daughter
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — Written & Illustrated by Troi A. A. Speaks
2020: Upheaval
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — The truth of the Black life experience has been silenced, but institutionalized horrors are being exposed. Despite a rapidly spreading pandemic & violence, documentarians have taken to the streets to provide visual proof of collectivity, solidarity and police brutality. The following pages display striking images and words capturing the Black Lives Matter movement in Dallas/Fort Worth. — Written & Photographed by Johnathan Johnson
Trans Genocide
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — With the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, another has spiked: the murdering of trans folx. The dangers that the trans community faces go unrecognized, especially for trans Natives. We sat down with our good friend, Alex, who discusses how she’s had to figure things out for herself and shares how we can end transphobia & murder. — Interview with Alex Slim Photographed by Mark Baker-Sanchez
The Alchemist
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — AUGIE is a label from Mongolia embracing simplicity for a calmer life, exploring a meditative and minimalistic approach. We collaborated with the label’s founder & designer, Augie Sanjaa, on the campaign for her SS21 graduation collection. — Designer: Augie Sanjaa Creative Director & Photographer: Mark Baker-Sanchez HMUA & Stylist: Belinda Barbosa Model: Katherine Stiles
People of Color, Please Go to Therapy
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — There are many factors contributing to unequal access to therapy but one which continues to hinder communities of color is seeing therapy as a taboo. Our friend, Zainab — an Indian American & hijabi Muslim woman — gives insight into her own journey with therapy, overcoming stigma, and reminding us that we control the plan. — Written by Zainab Shipchandler Illustrated by Mara Francesca Padilla
Thoughts of Melanin
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — Racism is a tactic used by supremacists to make a people feel as if they are inadequate. This crime is not solely based on one’s skin complexion but seeks to attack the mind — to make one feel as if no crime was ever committed. But God designed my melanin skin to be resilient & no matter how many times I’m knocked down, I’ll still rise. — Writer: Mark Baker-Sanchez Photographer: Jazmín Ramirez Photo Assistant: Jeanette Ramirez
Here For U
ISSUE II Released February 26, 2021 — Written & Photographed by Harlie Montez
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