Angélica Dass
Photographer | Exploring Human Diversity Through Pixels
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Angélica Dass is a photographer whose acclaimed Humanae project documents the diverse range of human skin tones. By cataloguing skin color with Pantone-like precision, her vivid portraits challenge conventional notions of race and identity.
Dass's TED talk has been viewed over 5 million times, sparking global conversations about bias, representation, and our shared humanity. Her keynotes offer audiences a profound visual experience, using technology and art to promote empathy and inclusivity.
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The beauty of human skin in every color
Angélica Dass's photography challenges how we think about skin color and ethnic identity. In this personal talk, hear about the inspiration behind her portrait project, Humanæ, and her pursuit to document humanity's true colors rather than the untrue white, red, black and yellow associated with race.
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