Textured Conversations

Exploring identity, community, and self-acceptance through curly hair

A couple of weeks ago, I spoke alongside some brilliant humans for a panel at the opening night of the Talking Textures exhibition. Aiming to delve into the hair, beauty, fashion and culture of Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) regions, it was an incredible evening that provided representation that is so sorely needed, and felt like a balm to th…