the water hat, 2022

This project was inspired by a hat that was created by an Australian designer, Monirath. As I began to curate this project, I wanted to make sure that whoever wore the hat, brought depth to the structure and design of the hat. I personally connected to the models that were chosen through my relationship with my own hair.

the water hat audio

This is an audio file that my friend Ethan sent me in 2021, just for fun. I was heavily inspired by James Baldwin’s words and the piano truly moved me. I decided to take the last of this audio as the tone and mood heighten, to match the tine and mood of the film.

the water hat photography

Photos by jadea knight

BEHIND THE SCENES- ON SET

Director & Producer

Jadea Knight

Director of Photography

Sergio Lorenzana

Photographer

Jadea Knight

Stylist

Shay Powell

Makeup artist

Ashley Love

Models

Nyannah Jeffries and Bolupe Olaseinde

Composer

Etahn Edward

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