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CEL

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CEL is a Black, female art collective founded by interdisciplinary artists Shannen SP and GLOR1A. Their collaboration started in 2020 as part of the collective Nine Nights TV, where they worked to platform Black culture in response to the persistent undervaluing of Black lives, the growing protest movements and the pandemic’s impact on nightlife and live music. CEL is a newly formed collective that focuses on Black art preservation and resistance, tackling systemic racial inequalities in the arts and the global music industry by exploring new modes of artistic empowerment. CEL aims to support Black and diaspora artists in building a new ecosystem that enables artists to thrive in the future.

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Christelle Oyiri

A woman with short, styled hair sits on a black chair, wearing a white shirt. They have a thoughtful expression and rest their hand under their chin.
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Laure Prouvost

Medium-wide photograph of Lawrence Lek, seated
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Lawrence Lek

A person draped in a richly patterned cloak with a hood, set against a dark background with red and white abstract light patterns. The cloak features intricate designs, enhancing the mysterious and artistic atmosphere.
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Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley

A person with braided hair and decorative beads stands on steps, wearing a textured, flowing outfit. The background features a modern interior with large windows and ceiling lights.
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Josèfa Ntjam