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Kodak Black Throws Rocks at Photographer, Allegedly Threatens to Punch Reporter After Being Released From Jail

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Kodak Black Throws Rocks at Photographer, Allegedly Threatens to Punch Reporter After Being Released From Jail

Kodak Black was just released from jail and he’s already making headlines for the wrong reasons. Video has been captured of the rapper throwing rocks at a photographer who was there to document Kodak’s release.

Kodak Black Lashes Out at Media

Kodak Black was released from the Broward County Jail in Florida on Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 21), after having drug possession charges dismissed in connection to his December of 2023 arrest. The rapper’s release went left when he reportedly got aggressive with Local10 News reporter Rosh Lowe and his photographer. The news outlet captured Yak on video throwing rocks at the crew. In the clip, which can be seen below, the reporter can be heard pleading with the South Florida rhymer not to throw rocks at the camera. Yak can then be seen rearing back and throwing a stone at the group.

According to Lowe, Kodak Black also threatened to punch him in what Lowe called “one of the strangest things he’s ever seen.”

XXL has reached out to Kodak Black’s attorney for comment.

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Kodak Black Released From Jail

Kodak Black has been in jail at the Miami Federal Detention Center since mid-December when he was taken into custody for possibly violating his probation when he was arrested on Dec. 6, 2023 and initially charged with cocaine possession and evidence tampering. Charges were later changed to Oxycodone possession after tests proved the substance was the prescription drug and not cocaine. The drug possession charge was later dismissed, leading to Kodak’s release today.

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See video of Kodak Black throwing rocks at a reporter below.

Watch Kodak Black’s Wild Interaction With Reporters Moments After Being Released From Jail

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Capturing the Zeitgeist: Global Photography Events Tackle Societal…

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Capturing the Zeitgeist: Global Photography Events Tackle Societal…
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In a world increasingly dominated by visual narratives, photography stands out as a potent medium that not only captures moments but also sparks significant conversations around societal and environmental issues. As I embark on this journey to explore the confluence of photography and pressing global themes, I’m drawn to a series of events that not only showcase the artistic brilliance of photographers worldwide but also underscore the urgent need for awareness and action in our contemporary society.

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Spotlight on Young Talent: Foam Talent 2024-2025

The Foam Talent Exhibition in Amsterdam is a beacon of hope and creativity, drawing from a pool of 2,480 submissions across 106 countries. This year, the exhibition focuses on young artists who skillfully navigate the interplay between the past and present to reflect broader societal narratives. Among the 20 selected projects, themes of identity, migration, and the environment take center stage, offering a panoramic view of the challenges and aspirations defining our time. The diversity of techniques and mediums employed by these talented individuals not only enriches the visual experience but also amplifies the voices of a new generation poised to make a difference.

Themes of Care and Survival: Photoworks Summit

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Meanwhile, the Photoworks Summit takes a deep dive into the themes of care and survival. Through a series of presentations, performances, and practical sessions, participants are invited to explore how photography can serve as a tool for empathy and understanding in a world fraught with challenges. This platform not only fosters a sense of community among photographers but also encourages a reflective examination of how visual narratives can contribute to societal well-being and resilience.

Protest Through the Lens: Leipzig Photobook Festival

At the heart of the Leipzig Photobook Festival is the theme of Protest. This event pays homage to the power of photography to document and inspire change, showcasing a selection of photobooks that capture the essence of protest movements across the globe. From the streets of Hong Kong to the climate marches in Europe, these visual stories serve as a testament to the enduring spirit of resistance and the role of art in mobilizing action. The festival also offers portfolio reviews by experts, providing a valuable opportunity for emerging photographers to refine their craft and engage with critical issues through their work.

In the backdrop of these vibrant events, two exhibitions stand out for their thematic depth and relevance. Dirk Braeckman’s somber work at the FOMU museum and the ‘Fault Line’ exhibition at Fotomuseum Den Haag poignantly address the climate crisis, reminding us of the power of photography to confront uncomfortable truths and galvanize collective action. Moreover, the Biennale of Female Photography in Mantova, Italy, enriches the conversation by focusing on private themes explored by female photographers, adding layers of complexity and intimacy to the global narrative.

As we navigate through these tumultuous times, photography remains an essential medium for understanding and engaging with the world around us. By highlighting the innovative and pressing themes at the heart of these global events, we are reminded of the transformative power of visual stories to challenge, inspire, and heal. It is through these lenses that we can hope to capture the zeitgeist of our era, making sense of the chaos and beauty that define our collective human experience.

Amir H. Fallah’s Puzzles Together Monumental Narratives in His Bold Maximalist Paintings

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Amir H. Fallah’s Puzzles Together Monumental Narratives in His Bold Maximalist Paintings

“Evolution Is Painful” (2023), acrylic on canvas, 3 x 3 feet. Photo by Ed Mumford, courtesy of the artist and Shulamit/Curcio, Los Angeles. All images shared with permission

“Most of my work begins from an extremely personal place,” says Amir H. Fallah. “When I speak on politics or the environment, I start with my own experiences and try to create something that has a broader reach. It’s the only way I know to make work that feels sincere.”

Based in Los Angeles, Fallah was born in Tehran in 1979, a year of revolution and political upheaval that ultimately brought his family to the U.S. His works in the last few years reflect this early encounter with war, migration, and the ways identities are obscured, mutable, and multifaceted.

Lavish with patterns and textures evocative of ribbed, woven fabrics, the artist’s works are unabashedly maximalist and comprise dozens of allusions to biological specimens, Persian miniature paintings, architectural arabesques, cartoons, material culture, and more within a single frame. Each painting and sculpture begins with a personal narrative that Fallah widens to a broader context, ultimately translating the idea visually by scouring an enormous archive amassed during the last five years. He explains:

I go through the database and pull 25 to 30 images that generally fit the narrative of the work. From there, I move the images around, shift scale, manipulate color, and combine images until the work comes to life. The best way to describe my sketching process is to compare it to a puzzle where you have all the pieces but have to spend days assembling them to get them to fit. For some works, I make 10 to 20 variations and spend months making small adjustments before finalizing the sketch. From there, the work gets drawn on canvas, and the rest of the process is intuitive, with decisions made on the fly.

Sometimes scaling six feet, Fallah’s canvases layer bold motifs, figures, and objects in a way that has an inundating effect, both drawing the eye in several directions and confronting the viewer through their unignorable size. His subjects appear cloaked in patterned fabrics that mask their exact identities, prompting a fundamental question: what do we actually learn about someone by simply looking at their face? Just as Fallah pieces together imagery from a multitude of sources, he asks us to do the same, to search the multitude of visual information and histories tucked into his works and begin to create a rich, entwined tapestry of human life.

If you’re in Los Angeles, you can see one of Fallah’s paintings from February 24 to March 14 at Phillips for a collaborative exhibition with Art for Change. Find more on his site and Instagram.

 

four figures cloaked in colorfully patterned fabric, each holding an object. a furry black dog sits with them and they're surrounded by water with a lush tropical island in the background

“Holiday” (2023), acrylic on canvas, 6 x 6 feet. Photo by Ed Mumford, courtesy of artist and Shulamit/Curcio, Los Angeles

a close up image of two figures cloaked in patterned fabric. the person on the left holds a sword like object, while the person on the right holds a green orb

Detail of “Holiday” (2023), acrylic on canvas, 6 x 6 feet. Photo by Ed Mumford, courtesy of artist and Shulamit/Curcio, Los Angeles

two figures under a patterned fabric each hold telescopes and peer up at the sky. a river and mountain landscape sits behind them

“Look At The Sky Tonight All Of The Stars Have A Reason” (2023), acrylic on canvas, 3 x 4 feet. Photo by Ed Mumford, courtesy of artist and Gallery All, Shanghai, China

Detail of “Evolution Is Painful” (2023), acrylic on canvas, 3 x 3 feet. Photo by Ed Mumford, courtesy of the artist and Shulamit/Curcio, Los Angeles

a black figurative sculpture cloaked in a black patterned fabric holding a fish

“Perpetual Life” (2023), bronze, steel, and marble, 191.4 x 83.2 x 74.9 centimeters. Image courtesy of the artist and Gallery All, Shanghai, China

left: a figurative silhouette cloaked in a colorful orange and blue floral pattern. right; a figurative silhouette with blocky, geometric details covered in purple, orange, and pink floral print

Left: “Lost And Found” (2022), aluminum, hardware, acrylic paint, 72 x 36.62 x 25.30 inches. Photo by Alan Shaffer, courtesy of the artist and Shulamit/Curcio, Los Angeles. Right: “Empire” (2023), acrylic, aluminum, hardware 72 1/2 x 35 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches. Photo by Alan Shaffer, courtesy of the artist and Shulamit/Curcio, Los Angeles

a figured cloaked in striped fabric holds an ornate lock and key

“Unlock” (2021), acrylic on canvas, 32 x 18 inches. Photo by Alan Shaffer, courtesy of the artist and Dio Horia Gallery, Athens, Greece

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‘A huge opportunity for us,’ Give BIG Green Bay to support Native art, artists

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‘A huge opportunity for us,’ Give BIG Green Bay to support Native art, artists

ONEIDA (NBC 26) — Woodland Indian Art, Inc. will receive donations from annual Give BIG Green Bay event.

  • Hand-crafted baskets, lacrosse sticks, raised beadwork and more make up the collection of Woodland Indian Art on display at the Oneida Hotel
  • Woodland Indian Art, Inc. is one of the organizations chosen to receive funds from the annual Give Big Green Bay crowdfunding day
  • The nonprofit plans to use any donations to put on their annual art show and market in November

(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story)

Here at the Oneida Hotel, art from different tribes is always on display. I’m your Oneida neighborhood reporter Pari Apostolakos. I spoke with a Native artist about the importance of keeping tradition alive.

Woodland Indian Art artist-in-resience Liandra Skenandore started learning to make baskets in 2019.

“So this is all made from the Black Ash tree that I harvest and process by hand.”

The process of going out to a swamp and finding a Black Ash tree, to actually weaving the basket, can take her weeks at a time if she’s working alone. She says she enjoys keeping the tradition alive.

“This is a pack basket [so] these baskets are really cool because they’re custom fitted to sit against the individual’s back.”

Woodland Indian Art, Inc. Is one of the organizations benefiting from the Give Big Green Bay fundraiser.

“This is a huge opportunity for us to further support indigenous artists in our community,” Gabrielle Metoxen, the orginization’s treasurer, said. “We want the arts and culture to continue through the youth up into future generations.”

Donations from Give Big Green Bay will help them to put on their annual art show and market, happening in November.

“It is our mission to make certain that the Woodland Indian tribes get as much recognition and we give them opportunities similar to what the southwestern tribes do,” Woodland Indian Art, Inc. president John Breuninger said.

The Give Big Green Bay fundraiser starts Feb. 21 at noon. It ends at the same time Feb. 22.

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