“I want to archive more because a lot of Black people in America have not been afforded the freedom of having history and being the ones who tell it.”— Atigré Farmer
In this episode of the Durham Artist Archive, I sit with Atigré Farmer, a multitalented 3D artist, community advocate, and creative whose artwork explores the limits of technology. Her early interest in fashion and film have lead her to experiment with digital design including her Artificial Intelligence-inspired project Xia. Together, we unpack how Black femininity, spirituality, and self-reflection show up in her work. Plus, we dig into my favorite topic of how archiving both personal and collective stories can become a radical act of preservation.
In addition to her creative work, Atigré’s contributions to the community are felt through her work with Durham’s Office on Youth- one of the few in the state. Her passion for empowering the next generation of artists was exciting to hear about alongside the resources for young creatives locally. This episode is all about art as innovation, liberation, and love. Join me as we parse through it all on the pod.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in:• How artists are blending spirituality, technology, and storytelling• The making of Xia, an AI character exploring Black identity and empathy• What community art and youth programs look like in Durham, NC
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🫱🏾🫲🏼 Connect with Atigré Farmer:https://www.instagram.com/atigrexia/
https://www.instagram.com/theworldofxia/
👋🏽 Connect with me, Alyssa Cuffie Onuoha:https://www.instagram.com/alwhyssa.artlab/alyssacuffie.com
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✏️ Additional Details:Recorded at Queeny’s in Durham, North Carolina
