Benicia King
Benicia King
Church Attire is a documentary series on the fashion of black churches while also showing the disappearance of the congregation.
“Pastor Calvin Tinson” (2nd image above) is now featured in the book titled, “Seeing Black - Black Photography in New Orleans 1840 & Beyond”
New Culture / New Class
“New Culture / New Class” is a documentation of melanin or “black”, masculinity, and the reshaping of those cultural values through the use of interviews, clothing, and personal identity exploration.
Black Nationalism as a Commodity
Black Nationalism as a Commodity looks at how the black body is ephemeral for commodification within the fashion industry, just like its trends and seasons of fashion weeks. Despite the industry's use of black culture and identities, fashion is and will always be a universal tool to relate to the social and cultural context of an environment.
Commissioned Portraits
New Age African
Documenting a new era of African culture and style while giving an ode to past influences: Colorful, yet rooted in their heritage. Illustrated background designed from kanga fabric.
Photography: Benicia King
Photography Assistant: Jia Min
Styling Assistant: Parys Wyatt
Post Production: Benicia King
Everyday Church Attire
“Everyday Church Attire” looks at a faithful woman and what her everyday life looks like outside of Sundays, how she incorporates her faith through her fashion choices, and overcoming doubt in faith.
Model: Jessica Martens
Brand: Givenchy
Photography: Benicia King
Photography Assistant: Jia Min
Styling Assistant: Parys Wyatt
Lighting Technician: Alex Haowai
Post Production: Benicia King