Brimley (Backbone) Park *2022*

Brimley (Backbone) Park 2022

In 2021– 2022, Kwame had an opportunity to participate in a public exhibit facilitated by ArtWorx TO. ArtWorx TO Hubs are designed to amplify the artistry and creativity of local artists across our city. As a proud Scarborough native, Kwame was honoured to be able to showcase his Backbone Park design concept at Scarborough Town Center.

As a Black multidimensional artist, he’s always dreamed of having an opportunity to offer his contributions to the city landscape, while also hoping that sharing this journey in his own words, in his own way—The Blak Brush way, would help to remind all of us to never stop dreaming.

The design process is currently underway and we are looking forward to sharing more details about this incredible project really soon!

Please stay Tuned!

— Claudia Appiateng

By kwame

September 1, 2021

The paintbrush and the hairbrush represent the intersection of art and hair. Regardless of which brush is used, the outcome remains the same: art. And as storytellers, it is the tool we use for creative expression while redefining Black narratives and spaces.

We are the authors of our stories, and we have the privilege of telling them – one brushstroke at a time.

Using the brush as our tool for creative expression, we redefine Black narratives and spaces. In doing so, much like in the barbershop or hair salon, we aspire to create the kind of environment that fosters safety and vulnerability as each client takes a seat in our chair and shares their stories with us.

We are the authors of our stories, and we have the privilege of telling them – one brushstroke at a time.

By Claudia Appiateng, MSW, RSW

Brimley (Backbone) Park *2022*

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Brimley (Backbone) Park 2022