You’ve likely seen Courn Ahn’s “A Guide to White Privilege” and “A Guide to the Model Minority Myth.” Now, get to know Courn, and her journey of learning, unlearning, and action that informed those pieces.
Not only were we drawn to the bold messages she shares through her work, but also the bold boundaries she sets when interacting with others on Instagram, and the bold statement she shares on her website: “When you work with my studio, you know you’re working with someone who… validates your experiences, is an advocate for your well-being, and is dedicated to dismantling white supremacy and systemic oppression through their design practices as a woman of color."
Courn shares about:
We're also sponsoring 2 people to join Courn's Patreon! Details to be announced on Instagram @bambooandglass.
Organizations mentioned in intro:
@edacyu
@itsjiyounkim
@saveourchinatowns
@ktown4all
@ccedla
@oaklandchinatowncoalition
@apienc
@stopaapihate
@asianhealthservices
@advancingjustice_aajc
@cpaforg
@vietqseattle
@gabrielaseattle
More about Courn:
Courn Ahn is a multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, and freelance creative based in Portland, Oregon. Her direct experience as a Korean American has largely shaped her career philosophy, serving as inspiration for the social justice advocacy present in her creative work. Through her freelance studio, she aims to provide accessible design services for small BIPOC business-owners and partner with organizations working directly in the equity space as a force for good. In the past year, Courn has found purpose in using art as a tool for activism, sharing weekly posts navigating white supremacy and oppressive systems through her Instagram account, @courtneyahndesign.
⟡ instagram: @courtneyahndesign
⟡ website: www.courtneyahndesign.com
⟡ Patreon: www.patreon.com/courtneyahndesign
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