Tune in to our final episode as we share and explore our connection to Nova Scotia as artists, discuss family histories, podcast future possibilities and reflect on the journey we shared with guests on this season of Blk Scotian: Blk Art.

We have musician and icon, Kye Clayton, in the studio with us in this episode, talking about beginnings, influence, and dreams. Not only is Kye a celebrated guest on this podcast, he is family!

Find Kye Clayton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyeclaytonst/?hl=en

NAT chantel is a performance artist that uses the metaphysical space around her to affect the energy of those experiencing her work. Drawing on the use of breath, inward reflection, and healing, she uses trauma to collectively shift, and uplift the consciousness present within her surroundings. Answering questions with pieces of art, every moment will have you breathing and thinking differently.

Find NAT chantel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nat.chantelle/?hl=en

Vanessa “Nessy” Thomas experiments with digital and mixed media art processes. In this episode she shares her experiences as an emerging artist in Scotia. Nessy also tells us about what inspires her and her exploration of the arts in the NFT world.

Find Nessy Thomas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nessyrt/

Kevin A. Ormsby is a body of knowledge. In this episode we dive into his interest as a Jamaican born artist that feels a deep connection to the maroons who settled here in Scotia. He speaks about technique and the individuality of movers being validated within performing arts spaces. He explains how he balanced his lifelong career while maintaining space to reflect and continue to show up for his craft.

Find Kevin A. Ormsby on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinaormsby/?hl=en

Tune in to share time with drag performer extraordinaire, Manny Dingo (Joee Smith). With a self-taught background in acrobatics, they talk about the importance of self determination and how they use their drive to fuel their success. They talk about their experience leaving Scotia for Toronto, and living the dream of a full time artist.

Find Manny Dingo on: @https://www.instagram.com/princemannydingo/?hl=en

Marqeis “KekeBeatz” Williams shares his insights on the multiplicity of projects he works on, from music to video production, and how he is creating a network that uplifts the community around him and continues to bring growth to all his collaborators. 

Find Marqeis on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kekegram/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KekeBeatzTV

This episode dives into conversations around legacy, community and receiving our flowers while we are still here. Cyndi Cain is a Canadian singer, songwriter, actress, and entrepreneur.  Cyndi is known for her artistic achievements and outstanding presence and participation in her community. Art has the power to reflect our deepest thoughts and passions. It has the power to make change in society, shining light on the issues that face our communities. Cyndi Cain makes art that does just that: her music, her involvement in theatre and her personal brand We Been Here all brings to life her pride in being African Nova Scotian and highlights the history of Black Nova Scotians. Hear her speak about her impressive journey and dreams of the future.