About me
Hello, I am Michi, an Anthropological Curator and Artist
A dynamic, multi-disciplinary professional with over two decades of experience in arts, community development, and creative innovation. As a PhD researcher, curator, and artist, I transform creative expression into powerful narratives of social change.
Creative Expertise and Artistic Practices:
Photography
Fine art portraiture
Digital manipulation
AI-assisted visual art
Commercial and event photography
Digital Art:
Photographic-based mixed media AI artist (Midjourney, Firefly, Leonardo, Nightcafe)
Literary Arts:
Poetry
Creative writing
Digital storytelling
Published Works
Poetry: Confluence Anthology Poetry Book, Issue 16 (August 2024, ISSN: )
Design: Music Album Cover Design: 'Hyperspeed at Midnight' EP by DJ Jen (iTunes and Spotify, 2024)
Research & Innovation
PhD Candidate, Creative Arts & Industries;
Researching Black British Art, Activism, Aesthetics, and AI
created and Developed 'ADN' (Anthro-Digital Narratives) research framework
and 'EthnoGo' research mobile app prototype
Curatorial & Community Impact
Key Initiatives: Founder, Black Art Hub CIC
Championing Black British arts
Curating exhibitions on race, identity, colonial legacies
Secured Arts Council England funding in 2024
Digital Research & Development:
Curator, Benjamin Zephaniah Library
Therapeutic art workshop facilitator
Specialised in supporting diverse communities
Professional Highlights:
Silver Honourable Award, London Photography Awards (2023/2024)
Featured in multiple publications including Cene Magazine, Queers Trans Magic
Memberships:
National Union of Journalists (NUJ) Member
British Art Network (BAN) Affiliate
Technical Proficiencies:
Adobe Creative Suite
Digital storytelling
Audio production
Social media management
Microsoft Office Suite
Professional Philosophy
I create transformative spaces where art, technology, and community intersect, using creative practices to amplify underrepresented voices and challenge existing narratives.
Specialties: Photographic portraiture, Anthropological Curation, AI-Assisted Art, academic writing , Poetry, Community Development, Cultural Research
Skills
AI, Artist Management, Creative, Creative Direction, Curating, Digital Art, Exhibition Design, Fine Arts, Photography, Research & Development
Sector Experience
Arts, Education, Galleries & Studios, Research & Development, Social Network / Community, Startups
Awards
Clients
Canterbury Christ Church, Medway Council