1 November 2023

I AM

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AKQA Roots celebrates Black excellence in our Europe community.

Discover I AM, a portrait series that spotlights the diverse and multi-dimensional people within our community. Conceived by AKQA Roots in celebration of Black History Month UK.

A smiling man wearing glasses, a dark cap, and a light jacket over a green shirt sits against a plain background. Under the image is a quote and the name Deshawn Lechis, Creative, London.
A smiling man sits against a brick wall, wearing a black shirt and a plaid jacket. His hands are clasped in front of him. The caption below reads: “I am a residual of my own dreams.”.
A man wearing a white button-up jacket sits and laughs joyfully against a plain, light-colored background. The quote below reads, I am created to create.
A man wearing glasses, a red knit hat, a black turtleneck, and a white patterned traditional robe sits with arms crossed, looking confidently at the camera against a plain beige background.
A smiling man wearing a dark traditional outfit sits against a textured wall, gesturing with open hands. Below is a caption: “I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” and the name Eugene Ekuban, Artist, London.
A man wearing a vibrant, multicolored kente cloth and beaded necklace sits confidently, looking at the camera with one hand on his chest and the other resting on his lap against a neutral background.
A confident person wearing a black leather jacket and white shirt stands with arms crossed against a neutral background. Below is a quote about being a creative entrepreneur and inspiring others.
A collage of 18 portrait photos featuring diverse individuals posing against a plain, light background, each expressing unique emotions and wearing various styles of clothing.
A group of five people stand in a narrow alleyway between brick buildings. Four are smiling and posing for the camera in the foreground, while one person stands in the background looking towards them.

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