Cornell Watson
@cornwhizzle.bsky.social
📍Durham, NC
Dope Ass Black photographer documenting life...or art...sometimes it's hard to tell.
📸 in @washingtonpost @nytimes @npr @wsj
www.cornellwatson.com
Dope Ass Black photographer documenting life...or art...sometimes it's hard to tell.
📸 in @washingtonpost @nytimes @npr @wsj
www.cornellwatson.com
Dave Boliek, Auditor of North Carolina, walked past a protester waving an upside-down flag. He recently gained additional powers after Republicans stripped the Democratic governor of the authority to appoint the members of the State Board of Elections and gave it to the Republican state auditor.
February 7, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Dave Boliek, Auditor of North Carolina, walked past a protester waving an upside-down flag. He recently gained additional powers after Republicans stripped the Democratic governor of the authority to appoint the members of the State Board of Elections and gave it to the Republican state auditor.
@josephanavin.bsky.social caught me working on this photo.
February 6, 2025 at 10:41 PM
@josephanavin.bsky.social caught me working on this photo.
@aja-wilson.bsky.social for the @espn.com Andscape story: ‘I wanted my shoe to be perfect’: The story behind A’ja Wilson’s debut Nike A’One by Aaron Dodson.
Thank you Tony Spinelli for trusting me with this and the encouragement to have fun!
Big thank you to Samantha Everette on the photo assist!
Thank you Tony Spinelli for trusting me with this and the encouragement to have fun!
Big thank you to Samantha Everette on the photo assist!
February 5, 2025 at 12:41 AM
@aja-wilson.bsky.social for the @espn.com Andscape story: ‘I wanted my shoe to be perfect’: The story behind A’ja Wilson’s debut Nike A’One by Aaron Dodson.
Thank you Tony Spinelli for trusting me with this and the encouragement to have fun!
Big thank you to Samantha Everette on the photo assist!
Thank you Tony Spinelli for trusting me with this and the encouragement to have fun!
Big thank you to Samantha Everette on the photo assist!
Aggie Pride!!!
Movements often precede change. Sixty-five yrs ago, the A&T Four sparked not only change but the notion that change could come through any age. Those four FRESHMEN weren't disillusioned by their circumstances. They were empowered & emboldened. May we take the same stance & spark the same change. ⬇️
February 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Aggie Pride!!!
A few scenes from a walk in downtown Durham today.
January 30, 2025 at 1:57 AM
A few scenes from a walk in downtown Durham today.
Last night I watched Magic School Bus with my 6-year-old and the episode "Inside Ralphie" talked about vaccines. I'm now 1000% sure my kid is more qualified to run DHHS than RFK Jr.
January 29, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Last night I watched Magic School Bus with my 6-year-old and the episode "Inside Ralphie" talked about vaccines. I'm now 1000% sure my kid is more qualified to run DHHS than RFK Jr.
Families are still one of my favorite things to photograph. I didn't photograph many last year, but I think I'm going to change that this year.
January 28, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Families are still one of my favorite things to photograph. I didn't photograph many last year, but I think I'm going to change that this year.
One of the first questions from the WH "New Media" goes to Breitbart. My goodness we're in for a long ride.
January 28, 2025 at 6:17 PM
One of the first questions from the WH "New Media" goes to Breitbart. My goodness we're in for a long ride.
Reposted by Cornell Watson
NEW: Multiple data analyses show that the voters whose ballots were targeted by a North Carolina Supreme Court candidate are disproportionately Black, Democratic and young.
These are some of those voters’ stories.
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
These are some of those voters’ stories.
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
They Followed North Carolina Election Rules When They Cast Their Ballots. Now Their Votes Could Be Tossed Anyway.
A Republican judge is trying to overturn his election loss by challenging more than 60,000 ballots. These are some of those voters’ stories.
propub.li
January 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
NEW: Multiple data analyses show that the voters whose ballots were targeted by a North Carolina Supreme Court candidate are disproportionately Black, Democratic and young.
These are some of those voters’ stories.
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
These are some of those voters’ stories.
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
He didn't get the name "Rate Hike Mike" for no reason. This was one of the NC election outcomes that puzzled me the most.
The average statewide rate will increase by 7.5% on June 1 and then increase again by the same amount on June 1, 2026.
"Nobody wants any increase, but the reality is with inflation and what these companies are spending out in claims, it was necessary."
www.wunc.org/news/2025-01...
"Nobody wants any increase, but the reality is with inflation and what these companies are spending out in claims, it was necessary."
www.wunc.org/news/2025-01...
Q&A: Why average statewide rate for NC homeowners insurance to increase by 7.5% on June 1
The North Carolina Department of Insurance announced the new rates last Friday. The insurance industry says inflation and climate change are driving up costs.
www.wunc.org
January 24, 2025 at 5:47 PM
He didn't get the name "Rate Hike Mike" for no reason. This was one of the NC election outcomes that puzzled me the most.
Durham County Library is a gem. My kiddo and I hung out in a room and read today for a bit.
January 24, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Durham County Library is a gem. My kiddo and I hung out in a room and read today for a bit.
😱😱😱😱😱
After St. Augustine’s University agreed to a controversial loan with a 26% interest rate, Self-Help Credit Union’s CEO offered one with a 9% rate, documents obtained by @indyweek.bsky.social and @theassemblync.bsky.social show.
The catch? SAU's current & former board chairs would have to resign.
The catch? SAU's current & former board chairs would have to resign.
January 24, 2025 at 2:10 AM
😱😱😱😱😱
America is def in its white mediocrity era.
January 23, 2025 at 8:44 PM
America is def in its white mediocrity era.
I speak zero Spanish but I'm absolutely in love with this new Bad Bunny album.
January 22, 2025 at 9:39 PM
I speak zero Spanish but I'm absolutely in love with this new Bad Bunny album.
Took the kids out to play in the snow while also making some frames for NYT's snow coverage. It's all mostly melted away now.
January 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Took the kids out to play in the snow while also making some frames for NYT's snow coverage. It's all mostly melted away now.
Context for Elon Nazi salute:
"Of the more than 200 Black workers who gave sworn statements for the lawsuit, about two-thirds said they saw anti-Black graffiti, including nooses, racial slurs and swastikas...A quarter also said higher-ups called them the n-word."
"Of the more than 200 Black workers who gave sworn statements for the lawsuit, about two-thirds said they saw anti-Black graffiti, including nooses, racial slurs and swastikas...A quarter also said higher-ups called them the n-word."
Tesla Fremont factory faces class action suit alleging ‘severe’ racism against Black workers
(KRON) — The Alameda County Superior Court certified a class action alleging “severe and pervasive race harassment” against Black workers in Tesla’s Fremont factory, the order filed on May 17…
www.google.com
January 22, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Context for Elon Nazi salute:
"Of the more than 200 Black workers who gave sworn statements for the lawsuit, about two-thirds said they saw anti-Black graffiti, including nooses, racial slurs and swastikas...A quarter also said higher-ups called them the n-word."
"Of the more than 200 Black workers who gave sworn statements for the lawsuit, about two-thirds said they saw anti-Black graffiti, including nooses, racial slurs and swastikas...A quarter also said higher-ups called them the n-word."
Reposted by Cornell Watson
"The rumor is that these are local real estate developers in Raleigh who want a piece of the Saint Augustine's campus," Eakes said.
"Saint Augustine's University was desperate and the lender took advantage of them."
WUNC spoke with Martin Eakes about the loan, what could be at risk for SAU as it appeals its accreditation removal next month, and what options the university has to pay it off.
www.wunc.org/education/20...
WUNC spoke with Martin Eakes about the loan, what could be at risk for SAU as it appeals its accreditation removal next month, and what options the university has to pay it off.
www.wunc.org/education/20...
Q&A: Ethical lending expert calls Saint Augustine's loan deal 'abusive' and 'predatory'
The private HBCU signed a multimillion-dollar loan agreement in a last-ditch effort to save the university. Saint Augustine's faces severe financial problems and is fighting to maintain its accreditat...
www.wunc.org
January 14, 2025 at 7:41 PM
"The rumor is that these are local real estate developers in Raleigh who want a piece of the Saint Augustine's campus," Eakes said.
Last night I showed my six-year-old The Wiz and we got halfway through before bedtime. She woke up this morning and turned the TV on to finish it. A parenting win for the culture!
January 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Last night I showed my six-year-old The Wiz and we got halfway through before bedtime. She woke up this morning and turned the TV on to finish it. A parenting win for the culture!
Another cool Black farmer story that published this week. Got to hang out with former NFL player Jason Brown on the farm with his fam for this @theguardian.com piece. Thanks @thaliajuarez.bsky.social for trusting me with this!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
From field to farm: the US pro athletes trying their hand at agriculture
Former NFL, WBNA and NBA stars are ushering in a wave of athlete-farmers who see farming as a greater mission
www.theguardian.com
December 7, 2024 at 1:01 AM
Another cool Black farmer story that published this week. Got to hang out with former NFL player Jason Brown on the farm with his fam for this @theguardian.com piece. Thanks @thaliajuarez.bsky.social for trusting me with this!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
Christina Cooke wrote this incredible story for @bittersouth.bsky.social abt Patrick Brown, a fourth-generation Black farmer in NC who purchased the plantation where his ancestors were enslaved. Had the privilege of documenting Patrick & his fam for the story.
bittersoutherner.com/feature/2024...
bittersoutherner.com/feature/2024...
Black Earth — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER
In North Carolina, a Black farmer purchased the plantation where his ancestors were enslaved— and is reclaiming his family’s story, his community’s health, and the soil beneath his feet.
bittersoutherner.com
December 7, 2024 at 12:40 AM
Christina Cooke wrote this incredible story for @bittersouth.bsky.social abt Patrick Brown, a fourth-generation Black farmer in NC who purchased the plantation where his ancestors were enslaved. Had the privilege of documenting Patrick & his fam for the story.
bittersoutherner.com/feature/2024...
bittersoutherner.com/feature/2024...
I'm beyond excited for this upcoming exhibition at Cassilhaus in Chapel Hill. Some surreal shit to even be mentioned next to Mali legend Malick Sidibé. The opening day RSVP slots are full but if you get a chance on the next showing please go check it out.
cassilhaus.com/mali-to-rale...
cassilhaus.com/mali-to-rale...
From Mali To Raleigh — Cassilhaus
cassilhaus.com
December 6, 2024 at 2:34 PM
I'm beyond excited for this upcoming exhibition at Cassilhaus in Chapel Hill. Some surreal shit to even be mentioned next to Mali legend Malick Sidibé. The opening day RSVP slots are full but if you get a chance on the next showing please go check it out.
cassilhaus.com/mali-to-rale...
cassilhaus.com/mali-to-rale...
Our elementary school w/ minimal parking (likely b/c it was relying on a functioning school bus system) is turning school drop into further chaos with the bus driver shortage. And I'm sure the pressure of employers penalizing employees for being late is fueling the recklessness I'm witnessing. 🥴😩
December 4, 2024 at 1:12 PM
Our elementary school w/ minimal parking (likely b/c it was relying on a functioning school bus system) is turning school drop into further chaos with the bus driver shortage. And I'm sure the pressure of employers penalizing employees for being late is fueling the recklessness I'm witnessing. 🥴😩
NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson presided over the NC Senate session today to override a veto by Gov. Roy Cooper on a GOP Hurricane Helene relief bill that strips power from the state’s incoming Democratic governor and attorney general and changes how elections are administered.
December 2, 2024 at 11:51 PM
NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson presided over the NC Senate session today to override a veto by Gov. Roy Cooper on a GOP Hurricane Helene relief bill that strips power from the state’s incoming Democratic governor and attorney general and changes how elections are administered.
Scenes from East Main St. and West Main St. Durham, NC today.
November 21, 2024 at 3:10 AM
Scenes from East Main St. and West Main St. Durham, NC today.
I have a super small following here so this may not go far, but I'm having a print sale where 100% of the proceeds will go to one of my favorite orgs, Village of Wisdom. Their work of protecting Black Genius is more important now than ever. Link below!
artgallery.cornellwatson.com/art/villageo...
artgallery.cornellwatson.com/art/villageo...
Village of Wisdom Print Sale
Cornell Watson Photography,Village of Wisdom Print Sale,
artgallery.cornellwatson.com
November 19, 2024 at 4:02 PM
I have a super small following here so this may not go far, but I'm having a print sale where 100% of the proceeds will go to one of my favorite orgs, Village of Wisdom. Their work of protecting Black Genius is more important now than ever. Link below!
artgallery.cornellwatson.com/art/villageo...
artgallery.cornellwatson.com/art/villageo...