Between the Lines with Jason Reynolds and Adedayo “Dayo” Kosoko
About The Event
Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds and his special guest, award-winning photographer, videographer, and visual storyteller Adedayo “Dayo” Kosoko for Between the Lines, taking place on Sunday, July 26, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Planet Word Museum.
This is a candid and inspiring conversation surrounding visual arts, storytelling, and community building.
From Adedayo’s Moon Melanin project — a groundbreaking photo series exploring the relationship between melanated individuals and moonlight — to his empowering mentorship program for the next generation of artists, learn about how Adedayo’s dedication to visual storytelling, mentorship, and fostering inclusive creative spaces cements his legacy as an innovator and leader in the industry.
Timeline
- 4:00 p.m. — Conversation and Q&A (Friedman Family Auditorium)
- 5:00 p.m. — Reception and Meet & Greet with light bites (Mansard Room)
The Between the Lines series seeks to create a platform where local Black authors and wordsmiths from the up-and-coming to the renowned explore the power of language to drive social change. In their conversations, Jason and his guests will tap into everything from Hip-Hop culture to storytelling, and more.
Details
- Cost: FREE
- Location: Planet Word Museum, 925 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005.
- Metro: McPherson Square Station (Red/Blue/Orange lines) via the 14th and I Street exit.
Click HERE to learn more and register for the event. For questions or concerns regarding accessibility needs, please contact programs@planetwordmuseum.org.
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