Welcome to THE BLK PRSPCTV!
Where Black Creativity Shines Brightest: Honoring Our Voices and Visions, Showcasing the Depth of Black Creativity: Every Story, Every Stroke, Every Note
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“I do this for my culture…“- Jay-Z
The BLK PRSPCTV: Where Black Creativity Takes Center Stage is your ultimate destination for exploring and appreciating the boundless creativity of Black people. Curated by a passionate solo writer, THE BLK PRSPCTV offers diverse content that resonates deeply and inspires profoundly. Each piece is a unique taste of Black creativity, from essays on the importance of album cover art to personal stories intertwined with Black art commentary. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply curious, there's something here for everyone.
I’m Black Ya’ll
I’m Shadé, the sole curator and voice behind this newsletter. I’m thrilled to have you join my corner of Substack. This space is dedicated to celebrating the vibrant world of Black creatives, curated with love and passion by yours truly.
Join me each week for new, inspiring content highlighting Black artistic brilliance.
The meaning behind the name
THE BLK PRSPCTV means "The Black Perspective." It is a one-person writing platform that explores the very things that are Black and creative. The name resonates with the mission to identify and celebrate Black creativity. By centering on Black creators' multifaceted and richly diverse perspectives, the platform looks forward to bringing their voices, stories, and artistry to the forefront.
What I Offer: ✍🏾 Posting Schedule
I’ll be publishing twice a month on Thursdays .. with room for bonus posts when the spirit moves me.
🔥 Regular Series
Week 1 – Art on Wax
A deep look at the visuals behind the music album art, music videos, and the creative direction that shapes how we see sound. This is where design meets rhythm and Black expression gets visual.
→ First Thursdays
Week 2 – Creative Cravings
A cultural roundup of everything feeding me creatively. Think: Black artists, exhibits, books, films, and moments that moved me this month.
→ Second Thursdays
Week 3 – Flex Week
No pressure. I might take a break. Or I might post a random short piece that doesn’t fit anywhere else.
→ No fixed format
Week 4 – Rotating Series
Depending on the mood or month, this space will switch between:
Lost Voices in Black Art – spotlighting erased or forgotten Black creatives
Insomnia Hours – personal, introspective, and often written at 2 a.m.
Scatter Brain – raw, chaotic, and whatever’s on my mind
→ Fourth Thursdays
My Vision
The vision of THE BLK PRSPCTV is to be a leading platform where Black creativity and perspectives are celebrated. I aim to create a community of readers who would value and support these Black artistic and intellectual contributions, namely:
Develop an Appreciation Platform: Where Black creativity is highly respected, admired, and brought into mainstream narratives.
Drive Cultural Change: Shift cultural perceptions by regularly showcasing brilliance and diversity among Black creators.
Support New Talent: Provide Black new and emerging creatives an opportunity to showcase their work and be known.
Stay bold, stay brilliant, and remember, as Jay-Z says, You could be anywhere in the world, but you're here with me. I appreciate that!
-SLF