05/13– good morning, love
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04/13– Black Women Are The Blueprint.
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02/13- black girl safe space
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04.04.21
Photography + Creative Direction + Set Design: Lynn Aurélie
Styling + Hair & Makeup: Kimberly Akuffo (@kimmys_renaissance)
01/13- empty studio at golden hour
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please follow my studio’s page on IG for the all the vibes and bts footage galore ALWAYS!— @Brussels1889
outside.png
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An ode to the joys of going outside and being in the moment.
My sister's keeper (2021)
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A short story documenting the beautiful bond between two sisters.
Nothing to see here just the sweet innocence of childhood, pure sisterly love, and unscripted black girl joy.
Photography and Direction: Lynn Aurélie
January 2021
chris nelson: the making of “never let me go”
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10.09.20
When Chris shared the news of his "Never Let Me Go" single release, I was ecstatic, like go dude! And then he mentioned that he wanted me to help him execute the vision that he had for the project, to which I responded "huh? ME?!".
"Never Let Me Go" is Chris' first single release, and he envisioned incorporating different aspects of visual storytelling (photo and video) to communicate his identity, process, and journey in faith.
Through continued conversation with Chris, I fleshed out the concept little by little and eventually developed a concise theme. I immediately envisioned playing with light, shadows, and wide-open spaces to effectively communicate themes of process, solitude, and intimacy with God. As the song connotes, it is a vulnerable moment of frustration, humility, and surrender. And I wanted to capture that intimate moment in a way that was beautiful, genuine, vulnerable, and real.
One thing I respect most about Chris is his open-mindedness to receiving direction. NO PRESSURE but Chris is kind of a big shot so a lot relies on the artistic direction of this project. So I really appreciate that he trusted my vision throughout the process, and allowed me the space to take over this concept, break it down, and just execute.
This project was very interesting as it was my very first time collaborating with an artist and developing a visual story through music. Executing this project offered me a more in-depth look into visual strategy, cohesiveness, and the power of interpretation. My passion for narrative building has grown immensely and I am def looking forward to working with other artists and musicians to turn their visions into beautiful visual stories that allow their audiences to access just a glimpse of their processes and journeys.
I would like to thank Brandon and Obed for their flexibility, guidance, and assistance with this project. I literally couldn't have executed this without the two of them. Congratulations again to Chris on a new beginning. Blessings. #NeverLetMeGo
— Lynn Aurélie
Artist: Chris Nelson
Photography + Direction: Lynn Aurélie
Video + Assist. : Brandon + Obed
seeking balance
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a motion study of a falling vase reflecting on movement, stillness, and rest.
A free falling object is an object that is falling under the sole influence of gravity.
Now, I am no Physics scholar, but I can appreciate this concept because it reflects how I’ve been navigating life in quarantine during the Covid-19 Pandemic. (Day: 172)
In the beginning, I wanted to be in control soo bad, at all times. In control of my mental health, what I gave my attention to, how I protected myself and my family in this season, etc. I was seeking balance. Balance in prioritizing my mental wellbeing while showing face in the world. Balance in managing fear and anxiety while fighting for social justice. Balance the stress of #WFH and also savoring the small moments at home. Balance being present in the now but also anxiously awaiting the “new normal” post-covid.
But if 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that we are not in control. The GAG is, there’s no balance to be found. (surprise!)
And so that realization is the invisible element that pushed me to free fall. I am surrendering to the pull of gravity. I am surrendering to my God. I am recognizing that I am indeed not in control, and release all of “IT” to Him. I tried my hardest to find balance in the past 6 months, and the search has been overwhelming, to say the least. So, I give up. I will be still and rest in the assurance of His righteousness.
Today I affirm: I choose to let go of my need for control and balance and trust that my God is at work.
Psalm 55:22
This is 50.
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portrait editorial- in celebration of Mother Dearest shifting and evolving as she crowns 50 years of perseverance, hope, resilience, and overcome. I have nothing else to say. I love this lady sm. This is my mother, Carline, and she turns 50 years old today. Unreal.
#BlackJoyMatters : @r29unbothered x @vsco
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“Black joy is being able to overcome”
I am so excited to be featured in the @r29unbothered x @vsco #BlackJoyMatters collaborative series! Like whaat?! 😰🥵 I don't know how I ended in this mix of such dope, revolutionary black artists but I am here for the melanin, powerful stories, and JOY.
I had the opportunity to discuss how I've been reclaiming and protecting my #BlackJoy in recent months while navigating life during the Covid-19 pandemic. I also shared the very personal reason why this work is so important to me. Niki McGloster (r29unbothered) shared my journey and process in such a beautiful way and I truly appreciate it 🙏🏾🥺
Thank you @r29unbothered and @vsco for affirming my work and creating the space for black creatives and storytellers like myself to be curious, explore the different aspects of our creativity and unapologetically share our stories.
ok im done now. my heart is so fuull you guys (gjkljhhxttf) 😭🥴😭❤️.
Please check out the full feature on refinery29.com.
August 8, 2020
#VSCO
#BlackJoyMatters
#supportblackcreatives
#lynnaurelie
midnight walks
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freedom is on the move.
brooklyn, ny | 2020
—
They will come for you.
They will rob you of your balloon and ask you to smile.
They will come for you.
They will come for your magic.
They will come because your heart glows in the dark,
because you are familiar but not the same,
because there is love in your throat,
because every nine months you give birth to a soldier.
They will come for you just in case.
So put your dreams in your front pocket.
Use the ones before you as ankle weights,
and erase the sun.
the oppressed outnumber the oppressors.
Protect your magic.
Freedom is on the move,
and they will come.
— Unholy war, jacob banks
unscripted black girl being.
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