Music
In her words, undefined, unapologetic, and at peace, Ms. Tekowa Lakica.
Written
by Gregory Gagliardi
Photographed
by Tristan Sayah
Photography
Photographer Dave Crowley shares images from his series From The Road, which features photos taken directly on the road or shortly off of it.
Written & Photographed
by Dave Crowley
Photography
Photographs of fluid landscapes where the surface of water reflects and refracts ambient light, sky, rock, trees, foliage, and sculpture, in response to wind, gravity, and current.
Written & Photographed
by Tim Wolf
Photography
Photographer Kristen Powell investigates institutions that focus on intellectual pursuits to articulate the intention and presentation of these environments.
Written & Photographed
by Kristen Powell
Cover Story
Nigerian-American visual artist Dr. Imo Nse Imeh is creating artwork that starts a conversation about two sides of a problem — the invisibility that black children face and how society turns them into spectacles once they are no longer invisible.
Written
by Jasmine Jones
Photographed
by David Sierra
Illustration
A collection of art showcasing the work of the self taught French artist Iman Makzume.
Written & Illustrated
by Iman Makzume
Photography
Photography that reflects on the adventures of life, and the connections between the artist and the world around her.
Written & Photographed
by Evelyn Fenick
Music
Since Aislin Magazine last caught up with Mild Monk, a lot has changed— both musically and geographically. We got to chat to Henry Stein and reflect with him since adjusting from his CT lifestyle to the West Coast way of living, as well as hear about some of the new and exciting things he’s been up to.
Interview
by Audrey Morgan with WSAM Radio
Photographed
by Leopoldo Macaya
Music
With a sound that seamlessly blends hip hop and house music, Markdamighty is making rap you can dance to. We spoke with him about his work with The Quest Presents - a Connecticut based collective of musical minds, record labels vs. working independently, and how the military influenced his approach to making music.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Painting
An Exhibition of Faux Fauvist Artwork by Canadian artist Josh Byer.
Written
by Alyssa Mattei
Painting / Poetry
falling, a poetry book written, designed, illustrated, and bound by hand by graphic designer Zhiwen Yap seeks to capture and embody the dynamic experience of falling, and the confusion between falling and falling for falling through the static mediums of text and image.
Written & Illustrated
by Zhiwen Yap
Videography
Connecticut Photographer & Videographer Devon Farquharson discusses his musical background with the Funky Dawgz Brass Band, his love of movie trailers, and how he and his friends founded Media Guys Productions.
Written & Photographed
by Joel Cintron
Photography
Inspired by neon and all things galactic, this photo series uses blacklight to create scenes that feel familiar with an otherworldly vibe.
Photographed
by Kaylee Nocturne
Featuring
Christelle Jessica
Designed
by DRPNDOL
Film
Photographer & Filmmaker Matthew Meigs talks about his upcoming music documentary on Greetings, a band based out of Hartford, CT and made up independent musicians from the Hartford music scene.
Written & Photographed
by Matthew Meigs
Photography
Exploring the act of superimposing anonymous labor force workers onto the architectural spaces they once occupied, Shadow Workers acknowledges the replacement of human interaction aligned with the evolution of machines.
Written & Photographed
by Kristen Powell
Music
Jack Riley, who writes queer psych-pop as Pleasuremad, discusses identity actualization, inspirations behind the new record, leaving Hartford and why coming back was so necessary.
Written
by Dylan Healy
Photographed
by Ryan Kelso
Illustration
Illustration series by Monique Aimee to celebrate inspirational women each Wednesday. Follow Monique Aimee on instagram at @moniqueaimee and look for #moniqueaimeewcw to follow along!
Written & Illustrated
by Monique Aimee
Photography
Through twelve small photo books created over the course of a year, artist Rebecca Lee uses Silence of Solitary Daydreaming to explore how certain factors can create strong nostalgic experiences.
Written & Photographed
by Rebecca Lee
Digital Art
Typography posters of phrases that promote strength, empowerment, and devotion to self growth.
Written & Illustrated
by Lindaluz Carrillo
Art
Multimedia and visual artist Corinne Tryon discusses the importance of color, even in its absence, in any form of artwork.
Words & Artwork
by Corinne Tryon
Illustration
Painter & Illustrator Christy Corey shares notes from her sketchbook of her trip to Asheville, North Carolina.
Written & Illustrated
by Christy Corey
Cover Story
Balancing his travels, his artwork, and his clothing line For The Talented Clothing, Hartford based photographer David Sierra does it all with an appreciation for life. We caught up with David to discuss his beginnings as a photographer, how he handled being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease by creating art, and what he has lined up for the future.
Written
by Jasmine Jones
Photographed
by David Sierra
Poetry
For Hartford poet Brett Maddux, the blackbird is always watching. Maddux has found divine and domestic inspiration, channeling a more poignant worldview of the titular creature of his newest book, Blackbird, 4PM.
Written
by Dan Osto
Photographed
by Eaze & Michael Sisko
Music
We sat down with self-proclaimed “Post-Pop Punk” band The Comfort Shame and discussed the band’s establishment, creative process, and future plans. Written by Alyssa Mattei. Photographed by Jasmine Jones & Alyssa Mattei.
Written
by Alyssa Mattei
Photographed
by Jasmine Jones & Alyssa Mattei
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Painting
Artwork by self taught artist Ivana Lamptey, and how she established her company, IVEY Arts and her personal artistic style.
Written
by Alyssa Mattei
Film
Writer, Director, & Cinematographer RJ LaRussa discusses his latest directorial project, Donnée, politics, and the future of film in a digital world.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Cover Story
Joseph Young Jr., a Connecticut native, cartoonist, filmmaker, producer, writer, and educator tells us his story. From his childhood dreams, to breaking multiple records, this versatile artist has seen a lot throughout his expansive career.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Painting
By means of sketches, sound recordings, photographs, and videos, artist James Keth reflects on his time in Cambodia and his identity as a Cambodian American.
Written & Illustrated
by James Keth
Photography
Photographs that show a different version of the bathroom selfie, while trying to understand why so many people take selfies in these locations.
Photographed
by David Sierra
Social Media
Artist Louise Astorino rounds up her favorite art Instagram accounts and explains why everyone should be following them.
Written by Louise Astorino
Poetry
Hartford poet and creator of the Instagram series @dinersofconnecticut Brett A. Maddux shares five poems.
Written & Photographed
by Brett A. Maddux
Music
Aedan Outlaw is a young rapper rising from Meridan, CT with a sound reminiscent of A Tribe Called Quest. In our first Artist Spotlight, we get to know about Outlaw’s sports & music filled past to his present day, where he is pursuing music as his main focus.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
TV & Film
Summer is officially here. School’s out, the sun’s out, and it’s time to binge-watch. Terra Aislin reviews his favorite hidden gems streaming on Hulu, Netflix, & Amazon Prime.
Introduction Written
by Alyssa Mattei
Reviews Written
by Terra Aislin
Music
There is a unique and charming aura surrounding the Connecticut based musician Mild Monk. This singer/artist chatted with Aislin Magazine about music, art, and inspiration.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Music
Rising Puerto Rican artist xango/suave discusses their latest album entitled equis, Puerto Rican history, stage antics, and how to stay informed.
Written by Dylan Healy
Illustration
Comic Artist. Cartoonist. Visual Storyteller. Austin MacDonald, fresh from hosting a solo exhibition for his comic, Prodigal: The Sentinel’s Garden, chats with Aislin Magazine about all things comic related.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Music
A summer playlist, featuring Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Mild High Club, and Hiatus Kaiyote.
Curated
by Mild Monk
Illustration
A selection of villains from various films illustrated by Artist Amanda Sanchioni.
Illustrated by Amanda Sanchioni
Illustration
Graphic Designer Olivia Narciso
discuses the strength of the image, and its effectiveness to express ones thoughts and opinions when words fall flat.
Written & Illustrated
by Olivia Narciso
Music
Producer Nadav Chatinover & Singer/Guitarist Max Shakun discuss their latest project, Le Vie, and how it all began.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Author
With the release of Blue Magic Forever, the latest addition to her Blue Magic series, Tonja Michelle sat down with Aislin Magazine to discuss how the series came about and her beginnings as a writer.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Cover Story
Connecticut’s own artist collective known as 7evenam disucuss their brotherhood, their future, and how being from Hartford has been an inspiration for them, rather than a setback.
Written & Photographed
by Jasmine Jones
Featuring Photography by senpaiquincy
Beauty
Writer Terra Aislin reviews some of his new and past favorite beauty products, ranging from hair products to body scrubs.
Written by Terra Aislin
Illustrated by Jasmine Jones
