Seen is a journal of film and visual culture focused on Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities globally, published by BlackStar Projects twice each calendar year.

Arthur Jafa and Darol Olu Kae talk about AJ's career in his LA studio.

Studio Visit: Arthur Jafa

The corner of the cover of Seen is visible, showing the logo in black against orange.

Issue 003 Available Now

Guest edited
by Darol Olu Kae

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A photo of Rick James shows him posing while sitting on the floor in only underwear, his right arm drapped over his right knee, which is raised off the ground. The background is all red.

Review

Repurposing, Layering, and Close Listening A review of Bitchin’: the Sound and Fury of Rick James

by DJ Lynnée Denise
A Black face is centered, with their eyes closed, while a number of other Black hands are touching, caressing, holding their face.

Interview

“The Voice I Sing Is an Echo”: The Power of Black Collectivity

by Philana Payton

Texas Isaiah
Profiled by Jessica Lynne
Featuring new photographs by the award winning artist

A Black person sits in a chair outside, in front of a tree, their face covered by an orange/green beanie pulled down to their kneck.