Today we’d like to introduce you to Hazel Blachaz3.
Hazel, more commonly known as “Blachaz3” (pronounced Black Haze), is a Ghanaian-American creative Entrepreneur based in the United States. Blachaz3 graduated from Fordham University with her master’s in international social work with a focus in social justice and leadership. While in school, she focused on developing her skills as a creative, public speaker, and businesswoman so that she could merge them with her overall career as a social worker. As a result of this process, Blachaz3 created her own social work based organization called “FISTS UP AFROS OUT.”Her aim is to unify our people globally through community service, education, programs, and creative arts.
Currently, Blachaz3 stands to be one of the most versatile creatives on the east coast. Since childhood, she has always been multifaceted within her creativity and has showcased these abilities through her public speaking, creative direction, modeling, acting, fashion styling, photography, owning multiple businesses and much more! Hosting notable shows nationwide at numerous colleges and universities, in addition to hosting shows at venues such as SOBs is among the slew of reasons why she is becoming a cultural staple.
On social media, Blachaz3 continues to make her mark with over 100k collective followers and gained the attention of artists such as Missy Elliot, A$AP Rocky, Martin Lawrence, DJ Tunez, Ace Hood, Yara Shahidi, Amara La Negra, Olamide as well as many others. On a global level, Blachaz3 is an avid enthusiast of Afrobeats as a rising western music genre. She has been featured in multiple music videos and cover art such Pappy Kojo ft. Spacely – Blessing, Goldlink Ft. Maleek Berry – Zulu Screams, and Akeju-Kiss and just to name a few. The fact that Blachaz3 is constantly booking shows and events, as well as being scouted for opportunities because of her work that she produces, proves that Blachaz3 was born to flourish and is becoming a prominent personality within the field of creative versatility.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
There has been a lot of up and down along the way, and more to come I’m sure. Some of the struggles include trademark infringement, trying to figure out the ins and outs of business via trial and error, not knowing how to find my purpose creatively, wondering if I was on the correct path or not, etc.
Alright – so let’s talk business. Tell us about Fists Up Afros Out – what should we know?
Fists Up Afros Out is a brand that promotes unity through clothing, activities, programs, community service, and creative arts. I specialize in all things creative, and what sets me apart is the fact that my aim is to merge my master’s education in social work, social justice, and philanthropy with my interests in fashion, art, music, and comedy in order to change the world in a positive way.
Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
I would say my west African heritage and my parents play a huge role in my success. I learned hustle and reliance from seeing my parents move to the states with nothing and make something of themselves. That’s what drives me.
Pricing:
- Fists Up Afros Out Bomber Jacket – $65
- Fists Up Afros Out Cross body bag – $25
- Fists Up Afros Out Tote bag – $25
- Fists Up Afros Out Hoodie $40
- Fists Up Afros Out Tee – $27
- Fists Up Afros Out Cap – $20
Contact Info:
- Website: Www.Blachaz3.Com
- Email: [email protected]
- Other: On all platforms: Personal Social Media: @Blachaz3, Business Social media : @FistsUpAfrosOut
Image Credit:
Shot in Kumasi Ghana
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