#asianamerican

[nctrnm]

#NowPlaying: "Final Episode" by Soundings from Stanford

#Nowplaying #Newmusic #SoundCloud #Asian #Asianamerican #Stanford #hip hop #rnb #electronic #jazz #lofi

[opencallcasting]

How #StarringJohnCho Changed Hollywood At a time where Hollywood was turning a blind eye to diversity, #StarringJohnCho challenged the notions of American casting. In 2017, Scarlett Johansson was cast as Motoko Kusanagi in Ghost in the Shell, igniting major uproar. “The original film is set in Japan, and the major cast members are Japanese. So why would the American remake star a white actress?” William Yu, the creator of the movement, started posting his #StarringJohnCho creations on Twitter. Soon, the internet ran with it. The hashtag is flooded with brilliantly photoshopped movie posters that made John Cho the star lead. From action films such as The Avengers, to rom-coms like 500 Days of Summer, the renditioned posters showcased a new perspective on casting and pointed out the fatal flaws of the industry. From internet meme to global movement, #StarringJohnCho amplified the demand for Asian representation. "The timing of this campaign was so perfect, in the sense that Asian Americans were ready to assert themselves and the public at large was probably primed to accept the idea in a way they hadn't before." -John Cho "The campaign wasn't just about John, and it wasn't just about money. Yes, diverse films do better finacially and are better returns on investment. But it's also the case that great films and built around great characters [that also showcase our humanity.] Our passions. Our pains. Our dreams. All of us deserve to see our flaws and joys depicted on screen," said Yu. Which is your favorite #StarringJohnCho poster?

#representationmatters #asian #api #aapi #hollywood #asianlead #asianactor #asianamerican #amplifyasian #asianexcellence #makinghistory #amplifyasianvoices #asiancast #AAPIstrong #asianrepresentation #starringjohncho #johncho #john cho #open call #open call casting

[chasingcrystal]

It’s bike maintenance day! 😺🏍🔧

Honestly this is the first time I’ve done more involved jobs like taking apart my calipers and rebuilding them. I have the typical stock toolkit that fits under the seat and I just don’t carry enough repair stuff with me, nor do I want to. I’m finally somewhere that has extra tools I can use. I’d love to carry a breaker bar, a torque wrench and full size sockets to make things easier, but I chose the badminton, book and skincare life 😹

I forgot how much I missed wrenching. I usually just pay for oil changes on the road because I don’t have a drain pan, nor do I want to deal with the logistics of how to drain the old oil or what contraption I can make to catch it blah blah blah.

So I’m happy to be working on my own bike. She is my machine. Don’t be fooled, I learned and am STILL learning how to do this stuff from YouTube University and sometimes I ask mechanics a bunch of questions before I dive in.

If I can can do it, you can do it too.

#chasingcrystal #wrenching #hondadominator #nx250 #caliperrebuild #motorcyclemaintenance #greasemonkey #greasemonkeys #asianwomen #asianamerican #asianamericans #Instagram

[scclibrary]

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

View books that your library has on the topic of Asian American history and heritage. 

#aanapisi #asianamerican #heritage #history

[horatorastudios]

Posted @withregram • @jt_otero One of my favorite things next to seeing and hanging out with friends, is getting to meet and interact with all the creators. Over the years, I've made some really cool connections but this WonderCon is going to hold a special spot. I was able to get the creative team behind DCs Monkey Prince on my panel! I can't express how much I admire this team and all they are doing! Gene Luen Yang @geneluenyang - writer DC/Marvel, American Born Chinese Jessica Chen @jesschillin_likeavillain - editor DC, Monkey Prince, Gotham City books Bernard Chang @thebernardchang - artist Valiant/Marvel/DC, Monkey Prince Special thanks to @meshellwaffleo for taking all my pics! ❤️ #DC #monkeyprince #comics #comicbooks #comicbookcreator #asianrepresentation #asianamerican #aapi #representationmatters #wondercon #wondercon2023 #cosplay (at Anaheim Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqb-SRxrOJt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#dc #monkeyprince #comics #comicbooks #comicbookcreator #asianrepresentation #asianamerican #aapi #representationmatters #wondercon #wondercon2023 #cosplay

[xinrayn]

As an indie s/songwriter, I spend like all of my time deep in the studio, but my most memorable moments are when I can get out of my little room and lose myself in nature. My biggest dream is that one day, I’ll be heading out to play a live concert for you. Kindly stay tuned for my new release tomorrow: “ALL A DEM” a song about how it feels that first moment when you found your other half and fall desperately in love. Love you all❤️‍🔥 #kpop #fashion #nature #style #mood #vibe #music #singer #asianboy #asian #asianamerican (at Bali) https://www.instagram.com/p/CphzaKAr4o4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#kpop #fashion #nature #style #mood #vibe #music #singer #asianboy #asian #asianamerican

[harvardfineartslib]

Born in San Francisco, Carlos Villa (1936 – 2013), was an Asian-American of Filipino descent. He once described himself as “a Filipino not born in the Philippines—I am an American, not fully accepted because I am a Filipino in America.” 

Villa’s work explored cultural diversity and identity. He lived in Los Angeles and New York in the 1960s, but returned to San Francisco in 1969. There he began teaching art and became involved with multicultural activism. 

Image 1: “Tatu”, 1969, ink on itec print, 22”x 18”

Image 2: Black and white photograph of Carlos Villa by Irene Poon, 1997

Leading the way : Asian American artists of the older generation Photographic portraits and biographical sketches by Irene Poon ; [introduction by Paul Karlstrom ; foreword by Nanying Stella Wong ; historical essay by Lorraine Dong]. Poon, Irene.  Wenham, Mass. : Gordon College, 2001. 108 p. : ill. (some col.), ports. ; 31 cm. "The creativity and careers of the pioneering artists featured in this publication is the subject of a ground-breaking exhibition at Gordon College. Selected art works and Irene Poon's photographic portraits of these senior Asian American artists provide an insightful introduction to the Asian American artists who led the way in the decades of the 30s through the 60s. Many of these artists continue to be productive in the 21st century."--BOOK JACKET. English 2001 HOLLIS number: 990087693250203941

#CarlosVilla #AsianAmericanArtist #FilipinoAmericanArtist #Americanartist #AsianAmericanandPacificIslanderHeritageMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth #aapi #aapiartist #AsianAmerican #HarvardFineArtsLibrary #Fineartslibrary #Harvard #HarvardLibrary #harvardfineartslibrary #fineartslibrary #harvard #harvard library #harvardfineartslib #harvardlibrary #photography

[windycitylibrarian]

Suspension bridge at Turkey Run. #midwestisbest #turkeyrunstatepark #fallhikes #fallvibes #fallcolors #fallhike #fallfoliage #autumnvibes #autumn #autumnleaves #suspensionbridge #asianamerican #asianoutdoors #reflections https://www.instagram.com/p/CjnI75duUik/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#midwestisbest #turkeyrunstatepark #fallhikes #fallvibes #fallcolors #fallhike #fallfoliage #autumnvibes #autumn #autumnleaves #suspensionbridge #asianamerican #asianoutdoors #reflections

[oliviaboler]

I've started a new story up on Wattpad. Very raw, not Beta read yet. Check it out!

#1990s #asianamerican #dryhumor #mixedemotions #mixedrace #sassy #summer #summercamp #summerromance #teenromance #teen-fiction #books #wattpad #amreading

[allthingsdarkanddirty]

#filtheshelves #anthology #romanceanthology #romancecollection #weddinganthology #shortstories #shortstoryanthology #filipinoamerican #filamauthors #filipinoauthors #filambook #filamromance #contemporaryromance #historicalromance #secondchanceromance #agegapromance #multiculturalromance #diverseromance #laterinlifelove #asianamerican #paskonamylove #filipinoamericanhistorymonth

[dailypopmix]

Constance Wu Revealed Her Attempt to Suicide

#ConstanceWu #TVshow #socialmedia #AsianAmerican #FOTB

[asianartsblog]

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28!

Come hear the first-ever choreographer-in-residence for the Smithsonian, “the poet-laureate of Washington Dance,” the “Diplomat of Dance,” Dana Tai Soon Burgess.

Join renowned modern dance choreographer Dana Tai Soon Burgess as he shares how his background as a gay, fourth generation, Korean American man inspires work that emphasizes multiculturalism, equity, and social justice. Dr. Michael Masatsugu (TU Associate Professor and Director of American Studies and Global Humanities) will interview Burgess about his dedication to telling Asian American Pacific Islander stories through dance as well as about his new memoir Chino and the Dance of the Butterfly. Dancers from Burgess’ acclaimed company will perform excerpts from their repertoire. Burgess will sign copies of his memoir, also for sale, at the event. Co-presented with TU Department of Dance. Part of the week-long Rosenberg Distinguished Artist Residency.

Get more information about this FREE event with one of America’s leading choreographers over at https://ow.ly/IfvC50PNYxi.

Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company Asian Arts & Culture Center #DanaTaiSoonBurgess#BaltimoreDance#DCDance#DanceSchool#Choreographer

#cofac #danataisoonburgess #baltimoredance #dcdance #danceschool #choreographer #danceforsocialjustice #koreanamerican #mixedrace #asianamerican #aapi

[legomars]

"Happiness can be as simple as a cup of coffee & the right attitude." Sweatpants & Coffee Quote

Asian American Model Minority & Media Representation https://legomars.blogspot.com/2020/12/asian-american-model-minority-media.html

#happiness #simple #coffee #attitude #asianamerican #modelminority #poem #media #respresentationmatters

[official-mddtspeaks]

Welcome to Season Three, Episode Eight of the Resilient Voices & Beyond Podcast! In this thought-provoking installment, we delve into the remarkable journey of Grace Yung Foster, the Founder & CEO of The Inclusion Initiative. Titled "Model Minority," this episode takes us on a profound exploration of Grace's life and mission. Grace's story is a testament to resilience and identity. Born in South Korea and orphaned at a tender age, she embarked on a challenging path, immigrating to the United States at five. Plunged into the foster care system, Grace eventually found her forever family among a diverse group of adopted and foster children, nurtured by white parents. But her story doesn't stop there. Grace's experiences as an immigrant, person of color in a predominantly white community, and a transracial adoptee shaped her journey towards self-acceptance. She spent over 25 years in pursuit of "white belonging," a quest that led to deep self-reflection and a transformative realization. Now, Grace proudly embraces her identity as an Asian American, a transracial adoptee, and a former foster youth. She's on a mission to create inclusion and equity for these communities through The Inclusion Initiative. This remarkable platform was born from Grace's own struggles in the professional world. Despite her hard work and excellence, she faced unique hurdles as a woman of color and a transracial adoptee. The opportunity gap she encountered kept her professionally behind her peers, affecting her wealth-building, family aspirations, and overall life goals. The Inclusion Initiative stands as a beacon of hope and support, specifically designed for transracial adoptees and former foster youth. Their mission is to bridge the professional opportunity gap that often plagues these communities due to the absence of established networks. In the upcoming launch of their platform, expect to find:

Professional Networking

Professional Mentorship

Career Advancement Opportunities

Powerful Media and Storytelling that sheds light on these communities' experiences

Did you know that there are over 1.2 million transracial adoptees in the US? Grace's story and The Inclusion Initiative's mission are vital in addressing the challenges faced by these communities. Tune in to this episode to discover more about Grace Yung Foster's inspiring journey and The Inclusion Initiative's quest to make a difference. Join us in amplifying resilient voices and fostering a more inclusive world. #ResilientVoicesAndBeyondPodcast #InclusionMatters #IdentityJourney #GraceYungFoster #TransracialAdoption #FosterYouth #DiversityandInclusion #InclusionInitiative #Empowerment #ProfessionalDevelopment #EquityMatters #CommunitySupport #Storytelling #OpportunityGap #AsianAmerican #PodcastEpisode #InclusiveLeadership #EmpowerCommunities #Resilience

#asianamerican #communitysupport #diversityandinclusion #empowercommunities #empowerment #equitymatters #fosteryouth #graceyungfoster #identityjourney #inclusioninitiative #inclusionmatters #inclusiveleadership #mddtspeaks #opportunitygap #podcastepisode #professionaldevelopment #resilience #resilientvoicesandbeyondpodcas #storytelling #transracialadoption

[chasingcrystal]

Happy Monday from Galley Head, Ireland! 🇮🇪🌊😺

Some fun highlights from this visit: • I saw a sea lion blobbing up and down in the water • A slug left a trail so thick I thought it was the plastic wrapper from a straw • The strange hole in the ground that led to the sea • I dropped Freyja doing a U-Turn on this uphill gravel! It was about time, I haven’t dropped her in a while. 😹 Spilled gas, picked her up by myself, bent the left gear shifter. Rideable, but foot is sitting at a weird angle. Oh well, future Crystal will deal with it later. I don’t have the tools or ability to bend metal.

How was your weekend? See any animals or drop your bike like me? 😺

Let’s tackle this week

#chasingcrystal #chaseyourdreams #irelandloves #wildatlanticway #wildatlanticwaycork #galleyhead #hondadominator #nx250 #hondagirls #hondagirlssociety #solofemaletraveler #asianamerican #ladybikers #daineserider #Instagram

[calarts-vin]

As we celebrate the month of May which is Asian-American Heritage Month, my Asian-American OCs are here to greet you. So, happy AAPI Heritage Month to The Wondrous Adventurous Happy-Snappy World.

#thewondrousadventuroushappysnappyworld #aapiheritagemonth #stellatadakitsu #kaylatadakitsu #asianamerican #asian american heritage month