Black Madonna
Tomatse Ogedegbe
Schedule
2024 · 7 min · en
This was my first artist residency in June'24. Scouted, Storyboarded, Shot, Edited, & Showcased all in 7 days. Produced by Kasia Skorynkiewicz & her team @ IN7. This is my primary audiovisual work integrating film, sound, performance, and textile installation, exploring Afro-Futurism, spirituality, and diasporic identity. Recognized by the Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) for its contribution to contemporary African & diasporic cinematic discourse. Awarded Certificates of Recognition by the California State Legislature & the California State Treasurer’s Office, acknowledging cultural impact, artistic merit, & community relevance.
Director, Music & Performance by Tomatse Ogedegbe Performance & Choreography by Adwoa Agyemen Videography by Eve Onkar, Kasia Skorynkiewicz & Josiah Boatswain Driver & Stunts by John Hoffman & Adwoa Agyemen Editing by Tomatse Ogedegbe Additional assistance by Daniel Harris & Rick Boytis
Thank You to Kasia Skorynkiewicz & her team @ IN7
16th Silicon Valley African Film Festival [SVAFF] (October 2025) 36th Annual Jersey City Arts & Studio Tour [JCAST] (October 2025) IN 7 Screening Day (June 2024)