#retro-afrofuturism

[nonolithic]

Euphoria

[sine-cinematography]

SPACE IS THE PLACE  (1974) DIRECTOR: John Coney CINEMATOGRAPHER: Seth Hill

[kaiyastarz]

Divine energy

[rogerriddle]

My name is Roger Riddle. I am not of this world, not of this time, not of this dimension. I am broadcasting a radio show across time and space to planet Earth. Calling planet Earth. Planet Earth. Calling Planet Earth. In this episode of Transmissions we are time traveling. To propel us through time we will be riding the waves of: Floating Points - Nespole Steve Spacek - Rawl Aredo MONO/POLY - Psychedelic Sasquath Little Dragon - Frisco B-52s - Mesopotamia Late Comer - Cosmic Cart Timo Lassy - African Rumble Smokey Robinson - Why You Want To See My Bad Side Gregory Porter - 1960 What (Opolopo Remix) Nina Simone - Be That Way Sometimes SAULT - Street Fighter Les McCann - Doin' That Thing Shabazz Palaces - #CAKE Zero Db - Satellites Are Spinning Nawang Kechog - Last Stand of the Wild Things Kofi Flexxx featuring Anthony Joseph - By Now (Accused of Magic) Jose Prates - Maracatu da D Santa Pharoah Sanders - Upper and Lower Egypt (Edit) Massive Attack featuring TracyThorn - Protection Charlotte Dos Santos - Patience The Flamingos - I Only Have Eyes For You Shafiq Husayn - If You Miss You Kiss You Rahsaan Roland Kirk - Spirits Up Above

[scueart]

Alien Superstar - SQ23

SHE IS FINISHED. very happy with how my Beyoncé fan art turned out 👽🐝

[ufohio]

On Kaleidoscope World, we use prompts to inspire standalone science fiction and genre stories from our writers. In the context of our collaborative setting, we use these stories to populate a fictional magazine called—you guessed it!—Kaleidoscope World. However, as standalone writing prompts, they really could be used by anybody looking to create a thematic sci-fi story. Go wild! The prompts featured here include special Pride, Valentine's Day, and Black History Month topics. The full text of these will be under the cut for anyone needing it.

Theme: The Search for a Kaleidoscope World! Prompt: Heaven. Utopia. Home. These are the words that launch voyages and sink ships. If we knew with certainty the Kaleidoscope World existed, we never would have come this far in search of it. For the first issue of the city of Earth’s favorite vintage pulp science-fiction publication, write about travelers and pilgrims who seek the titular, mythical planetary paradise—or about the people who find it when they’re not looking. Theme: Over the Rainbow Planet Prompt: Somewhere over the rainbow is a world of peace, love, acceptance, pride, romance, mystery, fantasy, and adventure. For this special issue of Kaleidoscope World, include reoccurring LGBTQ+ color schemes in a story OR write a LGBTQ+ protagonist in a classic plot from any genre. Theme: Rocket Summer Prompt: In the opening chapter of Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles (1950), a rocket is launched in snowy January and creates so much warmth that winter is temporarily changed to summer in the nearby town: the ice melts, women shed their coats, and children go out to play in the streets. For the third issue of the city of Earth's favorite tales, write a story that takes place in a very hot climate or during this so-called "Rocket Summer." Theme: Fantastic Planet of Love Prompt: Love is a universal language—be you man, bug man, blob, or floating space jelly. Across the galaxy, all hearts speak, and though they can't always immediately understand the words, all creatures hear it. For this lovey-dovey issue of Kaleidoscope World, write about a couple (or more) from two (or more) different worlds and/or about aliens visiting a paradise planet on their honeymoon or honeymoon equivalent. Theme: Year on a Black Planet Prompt: Afrofuturism envisions the world of tomorrow through the lens of Black identity and history, combining science fiction and fantasy with themes of displacement, liberation, and diaspora. From P-Funk to Octavia Butler to Black Panther, Afrofuturism has been expanding American and global philosophy and imagination for years. For this special issue of Kaleidoscope World, imagine a dazzling African city in the far future, a planet influenced by African culture—or let yourself be inspired by examples of Afrofuturism in music and art.

[retrohuey]

LG MIX ONE for Liberated Grounds

[owndigiart]

Retro Cyber Love

[ariel-seagull-wings]

@themousefromfantasyland @the-blue-fairie @thealmightyemprex

Sun Ra and His Intergalactic Solar Arkestra in ‘Space is the Place’ (1974)

[nonolithic]

Sunseeking

[kaiyastarz]

London

[ariel-seagull-wings]

@the-blue-fairie @themousefromfantasyland

SPACE IS THE PLACE  (1974) DIRECTOR: John Coney CINEMATOGRAPHER: Seth Hill

[afrofuturism123]

4.

As a result of this class, I have been looking at Janelle Monae’s music a little bit more and it is truly amazing what she is doing. Before this class, I hadn’t really listened to any of it, but more than the music I am so beyond amazed by the videos and the amount of thought that goes into what she does. For this blog post, I am going to talk about Monae’s contributions to Afrofuturism. Through her music, visual storytelling, and overall artistic vision, Monae has played a significant role in redefining and expanding the boundaries of Afrofuturism. One of the key aspects of Monae's contribution to Afrofuturism is her ability to create intricate and imaginative narratives within her music and accompanying visuals. Her albums, such as "Metropolis: Suite I (The Chase)," "The ArchAndroid," and "Dirty Computer," weave together a futuristic world known as "Metropolis" where she portrays an android named Cindi Mayweather. Through this character, Monae explores themes of identity, oppression, and liberation, drawing parallels to the experiences of black individuals in society. Monae's Afrofuturistic vision extends beyond her music. In her music videos, short films, and live performances, she presents stunning visual aesthetics that blend retro-futurism with Afrocentric elements. Her fashion choices often incorporate bold and futuristic designs, celebrating black culture and challenging conventional beauty standards. By embracing Afrofuturism in her visual artistry, Monae challenges the mainstream and expands the possibilities of black representation in popular culture. Furthermore, Monae's lyrical content tackles social and political issues, making her work both entertaining and thought-provoking. She addresses topics such as racism, gender, sexuality, and the intersectionality of identities. Monae's ability to fuse these themes with Afrofuturism creates a powerful platform for expressing marginalized voices and envisioning a future where equality and justice are realized. In addition to her artistic contributions, Monae actively uses her platform to advocate for social change. She has been involved in various initiatives and organizations that focus on racial and gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and other social justice causes. Monae's commitment to activism aligns with the principles of Afrofuturism, which seeks to imagine a future where marginalized communities thrive and have agency. Monae's impact on Afrofuturism extends beyond the realm of music and art. Her influence can be seen in the broader cultural landscape, as she inspires a new generation of artists to embrace Afrofuturism as a means of creative expression and social commentary. By breaking boundaries and challenging conventions, Monae paves the way for other artists to explore and expand upon the possibilities of Afrofuturism. Janelle Monae's contribution to Afrofuturism is multifaceted and profound. Through her music, visuals, activism, and overall artistic vision, she has reshaped and expanded the boundaries of Afrofuturism, empowering marginalized communities and sparking important conversations about identity, equality, and the future. Monae's impact will continue to reverberate through art and culture, inspiring future generations to imagine and create a more inclusive and just world.

[infiniteartmachine]

"a woman in a red dress stands in front of some tall buildings" "a man in a black outfit in front of some buildings with flames" "this is an image of a painting of a woman with a torch in her hand"

[throwbackmovie]

Samira Wiley as Moira Strand in the TV series THE HANDMAID’S TALE – 2017 - 2022

@samirawiley

[6zero]

Retrofuturism

(adjective retrofuturistic or retrofuture) is a movement in the creative arts showing the influence of depictions of the future produced in an earlier era.

Afrofuturism…

is an intersection of imagination, technology, the future, and liberation. “I generally define Afrofuturism as a way of imagining possible futures through a black cultural lens,” says Ingrid LaFleur, an art curator and Afrofuturist.