"We Outside” is a term that is used in the African American community meaning that we are presence at a location and we are having a good time. Also, it speaks to the fact that the photos were made outside and the pod is installed outside.
~Duquann Sweeney~
Duquann Swweney
Is a self-taught photographer born and raised in Jersey City, NJ. Sweeney is also the founder of The Royal Men Foundation, a non-profit organization that was founded in 2012.
As a photographer, Duquann is a part of a long list of Black photographers that carry a tradition of photographing Black communities showing the dignity and beauty within them. In 2021, Duquann had his first solo exhibition at Hoboken Historical Museum/Upper Gallery.
Billajia Sweeney
We outside, 10 toes down Feet planted in the ground
Deeply rooted,
Navigating through the noise and still prospering.
An important variable
The ability to adapt through any situation coming out a lot more valuable.
We outside,
"man, woman and child
No matter the situation, we still manage to smile…
Drawing energy from the popular catchphrase that celebrates active, outdoor lifestyles, Jersey City photographer Duquannn Sweeney uses lens & film to capture the vibes of Bergen-Lafayette, where he was born and raised. We Outside is a two part outdoor exhibit, with installations at Newport and Grove Street Plaza.
Newport
Jersey City
526 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310, United States
