Today we’d like to introduce you to Faithima Wright. Them and their team share their story with us below:
Faithima is a Wardrobe Stylist and Freelance Costume Designer. She specializes in television and film by bringing characters to life by carefully selecting costumes that best suit the story.
Published Fashion Stylist and Freelance Costume Designer. Faithima has experience as a Set Costumer and Costumer Shopper for television and film. Her humble beginnings as a costume production assistant propelled the ambitious fashion student into a world where fashion meets storytelling. After a few short years, Faithima has Costume Designed for indie films in Chicago and Los Angeles. Upon relocating to Los Angeles advance her career, Faithima found her way onto sets of music videos as lead fashion stylist. Faithima’s work has been featured overseas in Europe and North Africa.
Costume Design allows Faithima to merge fashion with the art of storytelling. She draws inspiration from her past life experience and research of culture, world news, and mythology. Her goal is to design a range of films in various genres. Inspired black costume designers, Faithima’s desire to join the guild is personal. Her journey began while in college for fashion merchandising. After discovering that her interest was in creating stories and visuals using clothing, Faithima began search for an outlet to express this desire. She teamed up with film students to create look boards for their film work. Eventually, she found her way into the film industry as a costume pa. Being a true character through and through herself, Faithima creates a connection with each character’s design to understand their minds on who they are. Her work has only begun, and she’s making the most of it.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Overcoming imposter syndrome along with battling the negative thoughts of failure.
I have always struggled with having enough confidence to really pursue my goals full on.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m currently working as a fashion stylist. I recently joined I.S.A.T.S.E 705 as a customer.
I consider myself a Fashion Artist. Clothing is the muse in which I create my art. I love styling clothing to tell stories and capture moments in time.
I’m known for my Afrofuturist Aesthetic which is evident in my personal projects.
I’m most proud of being published in multiple magazines in 1 year of making it a goal to be published.
I have a strong drive to work hard. I’m constantly seeking knowledge on my craft and ways to improve my skills. Music is the main inspiration for my creativity.
Who else deserves credit in your story?
I’ve had many influences in my journey. Costumer Katherine Wright helped me land my first job as a Costumes PA. Where I learned a lot from Costume Designers I’ve worked for including Paolo Nieddu, Patrik Napoleone Milani, Agatha Maszkiewicz. And Serrita Coleman. My first Costume Supervisor Mary Lane guided me through my journey as a PA which leads to me joining the union as a Customer.
I cherish every one of my supporters. My sisters Shondra, Ayesha and Latifah. My parents. My childhood friends who held me accountable Shacora, Hadiyah and Badia. My good friends and fellow creatives Thomas Lamont and Olaimiposi
Contact Info:
- Website: Handoffaithima.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/hand_of_faithima
Image Credits:
Tatiana Sitnik Justin Knodel Char Smith Lisa Harris Andre Simmons John Bond Armo’r Lamar Mia Ross Olaimiposi Somoye Diana Macias Noemi Torres Mecyia McIntyre Taylor Khambi Harris Josephine Okujeni Passion Thirteen Jemine Kasten
