Black narratives

by Marlène Ahodetor

Marla born in 1996, is a multidisciplinary artist who mixes different mediums to convey what she describes as 'black narratives.'

By incorporating elements of black and white photography, portraiture, fashion, audio, and archival video, she skillfully narrates her own personal journey and recounts impactful encounters.

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Marlène Ahodetor

Originally from Lomé, Togo, Marla grew up in Aubervilliers, a town near Paris. These multicultural influences and her quest for self-identity have significantly shaped her distinctive photography style. A journey marked by challenges and victories, as well as great resilience, Marla tells poetically the battles she choses to fight.