CNN —South African photographer, visual artist and fashion icon Trevor Stuurman has become one of the country’s most sought-after creatives by unapologetically challenging the global perception of African cultures through his powerful visual storytelling. This narrative shift was fully on display with his work on Beyoncé’s Grammy-nominated visual album “Black is King,” in 2020, which Stuurman knew would reach a massive audience. In 2021, Stuurman photographed the “Coming to America 2” x Uoma Beauty “Black is Magic” collection to showcase African creativity and contemporary cultures. “Everyone has the artistic ability, but not everyone has the professional tool set to execute and build a long-lasting career,” Stuurman said. “[The Manor] is about extending the table and creating a table as opposed to asking for a seat at the table.”Watch the full episode of African Voices Changemakers featuring Trevor Stuurman.

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Persons: Trevor Stuurman, unapologetically, ”, Stuurman, ” Stuurman, Elle Magazine’s, Trevor Stuurman “, Shaka iLembe, Naomi Campbell, Gigi, Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Barack Obama, “ Organizations: CNN, South, Beyoncé’s, United Nations, Gates Foundation, Disney, creatives, ” Locations: South Africa, “ Africa, London, Kimberley, Johannesburg, Cape Town