The Female Gaze: Q&A Interview Series By Tianna Andrea & Tushiya Hunter
Intersectional Feminism is the form of feminism that stands for the rights and empowerment of all women. It is the acknowledging of differences amongst women, including identities, sexuality, economic status, nationality and religion.
“All too often the focus of mainstream feminism is not on basic survival for the many, but on increasing privilege for the few.“ (- Hood Feminism, Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot)
In this interview series we have brought to light the views of women of color regarding, colorism, micro-aggressions, health care, financial literacy, protection and agency.
This Q&A and collaborative writers live cast, lead by interviewers Tianna Andrea Boswell and Tushiya Hunter was previously recorded last year, of March 2020. During this period our nation dealt with a pandemic, social justice unrest, protests and a presidential election. It was a tough time for many of us but in particular black and brown people. Tushiya and I decided that it was important to understand the narrative of black women and women of color. What concerns they have beard, how they have felt, what they hoped for the state of the world as well as their futures.
Tushiya and I came together to craft questions that come up during many kitchen tables talks. The focus and point of this piece was and will always be to give platforms to creatives to speak their truth.
The intention of this piece is to bridge the gap for understanding amongst differences through open dialogue. An offering of safe space to discuss social experiences, issues, and topics while honoring personal perspectives.
Below are five women we interviewed separately, to discuss their thoughts and offer an opportunity to share their testaments.
Sade, Music Artist
Photography taken by Amaria ( IG @amariashootsyou)
Jules, Fashion Designer
Photography taken by Jules
Hawa , Hair Stylist
Photography taken by Julian White (@julianwhitestudio)
Yolande, Digital Creator
Photography taken by Lily Yang (@lilygrui)
Photography by Quran Tisdale
A collaboration piece by:
Tianna Andrea Boswell
is the Owner and Creative Director of The Localista Blog. She is a Bronx, New York native writing out of Sarasota, Florida seeking to bridge creatives from the world, through collaborative efforts. Her hopes are to provide healing and support of others through storytelling and open discussions on modern topics. She is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology with a Degree in Advertising and Marketing Communications and has worked within Fashion, the Arts and Music Entertainment Industries. In addition to her extensive work ethic and volunteer experiences she has been featured in Sarasota Magazine twice, Body & Beauty “In The Glow, Blogger and Nonprofit Champion” and Troubled Times “Sarasota’s Black Community Reacts to the Death of George Floyd. A Chorus of Voices Speaks Out about Racism, Justice and our Future”. In addition to her creative and community outreach efforts, she currently sits on the Board of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of The Sun Coast.
Tushiya Hunter
is a Style Crew Ambassador for Macy’s.
Previously, Tushiya worked in luxury retailing and marketing positions in San Francisco and New York City. She graduated from Academy of Art University with a dual degree in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing. Her hobbies and personal interest include fashion, art and music. She has attended influential shows like The Armory Show in New York City and participated in Harlem Fashion Week. You can find her most recent editorial featured on the cover of GMARO Magazine March 2021 Issue #4 entitled “Freedom”. In addition to Moevir Magazine June Issue entitled “Celebration of Life”. In addition to hosting Harlem’s Fashion Week Pop Up Event and The Manhattan Vintage Show Spring 2021.
