Ampe: Leap into the Sky, Black Girl
Set in the sister cities of Accra, Ghana and Columbus, Ohio, “Ampe: Leap into the Sky, Black Girl” is a rhythmic love letter to Black girlhood across the African diaspora. Through the lens of the Ghanaian traditional jumping and clapping game, Ampe, the film takes us on a journey of sisterhood, loyalty, and nostalgia in a space created for us, by us.
episodic
MASHUP
Narrative drama meets Black girl coming of age
DETAILS
- Black girl love letter
- Coming of age
- Sisterhood
Claudia
Owusu
I am
Artist,
storyteller,
and a risk taker
storyteller,
and a risk taker
Inspiration
I am currently inspired by interior design and what it requires to create a space.
Milestone
A creative milestone we are proud of is the completion of this film. We have worked collaboratively with young creatives in Accra and Columbus, and we are elated to bring this story to life and share it with our community.
Superpower
My superpower is my ability to write.
Beloved Book
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston; I love her use of language and the journey of the main character as she rediscovers herself.
Dream Destination
Jamaica
Song Selection
Binz by Solange
Self-Care Ritual
An aspect of my self-care ritual/routine is lighting candles or singing loudly on a drive home.
CONNECT
Ife
Oluwamuyide
I am
Artist,
storyteller,
a young black girl trying to find her way
storyteller,
a young black girl trying to find her way
Inspiration
I am inspired by my houseplants and their commitment to growth despite all odds.
Milestone
A creative milestone we are proud of is the completion of this film. We have worked collaboratively with young creatives in Accra and Columbus, and we are elated to bring this story to life and share it with our community.
Superpower
Remembering the insignificant details.
Beloved Book
Love in Color by Bolu Babalola. She has a tender way of writing about love in its many forms.
Dream Destination
Senegal
Song Selection
Cuff It by Beyonce
Self-Care Ritual
An aspect of my self-care routine is relaxing with a TV show and eating my favorite snacks.
CONNECT
