BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//6.4.6.4//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:103@museum.msu.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250327T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250327T193000 DTSTAMP:20250210T142938Z URL:https://museum.msu.edu/events/submerged-realities/ SUMMARY:Submerged Realities DESCRIPTION:Submerged Realities: AbuQadim Haqq’s Afrofuturist Vision of D rexciya — Featuring AbuQadim Haqq\; moderated by Dr. Julian Chambliss.\ n\nThis conversation delves into the influential Afrofuturist mythology of  Drexciya through the visionary lens of Abdul Qadim Haqq\, creator of the Book of Drexciya comic series. Known for his vibrant portrayal of submer ged worlds and Black resistance\, Haqq’s work blends science fiction\, e lectronic music\, and African diasporic history to forge a powerful narrat ive that resonates with contemporary issues of race\, identity\, and creat ivity. In this discussion\, Haqq explores the cultural impact of Drexciya 's imaginative universe\, tracing its roots in Afrofuturism and examining how it continues to shape artistic dialogues and inspire future generation s. Presented in collaboration with the MSU African Studies Center’s 65th anniversary celebration and WKAR Public Media\, this event highlights Dr exciya’s lasting significance within the intersections of art\, history\ , and speculative thought.\n\nDate: Thursday\, March 27\nTime: 6-7:30 PM (talk + 30 minute reception after)\nLocation: WKAR Studio (room 145)\n\nR egister Here\n\nLive Stream\n\nAbout Abdul Qadim Haqq\nAbdul Qadim Haqq\, also known as AbuQadim Haqq and The Ancient\, is an African-American visua l artist born and raised in Detroit\, Michigan\, born December 24\, 1968. Renowned as Detroit's foremost ambassador of art for world-renowned techno music artists\, Haqq's artwork graces classic records by Detroit Techno r ecord labels such as Juan Atkins' Metroplex\, Derrick May's Transmat\, Und erground Resistance and Carl Craig’s Planet E Communications. Since 1989 \, Haqq has been a stalwart presence in the techno music community\, servi ng it through his futuristic illustrations. As the founder of Third Earth Visual Arts\, Haqq's futuristic concepts\, inspired by his love for fantas y art cultivated during childhood through shows like Speed Racer\, Battle of the Planets\, and Robotech\, have captivated audiences worldwide. Growi ng up in Detroit\, Haqq's battle with asthma confined him indoors\, where he immersed himself in science fiction and fantasy shows\, fueling his cre ativity and leading him to major in graphic illustration at the College fo r Creative Studies. Graduating in 1991\, Haqq dedicated himself to futuris t art\, remaining steadfast in his commitment to Detroit Techno Art to thi s day. His artwork captures the essence of the city's electronic music sce ne\, blending hi-tech aesthetics with Afrofuturist themes. Beyond visuals\ , Haqq crafted narratives for acts like Underground Resistance and Drexciy a\, breathing life into mythic landscapes and contributing to Afrofuturist storytelling. Central to his philosophy is the exploration of Black exodu s technology\, reimagining techno as a force for collective liberation.\n\ nHaqq has ventured extensively across the USA\, Europe and Japan\, partici pating in exhibitions\, live painting events\, murals and collaboration pr ojects. His artwork has gained international recognition\, gracing the wal ls of prestigious museums in Italy\, Germany\, and the Netherlands. Notabl y\, his graphic novel\, The Book of Drexciya\, Volume One\, delving into t he enigmatic world of Drexciya found its place of honor in the esteemed Br itish Library in London\, underscoring Haqq's profound impact on the globa l art scene and his unique ability to bridge cultures through his visionar y creations.\n\nHaqq's latest artistic endeavors have delved into the real m of comics and graphic novels\, where he intricately weaves narratives st eeped in the rich tapestry of Afrofuturism. Through his evocative storytel ling and visually captivating illustrations\, Haqq explores themes of iden tity\, culture\, and empowerment\, offering audiences a glimpse into imagi ned futures where African diasporic influences shape worlds of boundless p ossibility. With each new creation\, Haqq continues to push the boundaries of science fiction\, inviting readers to embark on journeys that transcen d time and space while celebrating the vibrant legacy of Afrofuturism.\n\n This program is in conjunction with Techno: The Rise of Detroit’s Machi ne Music on view at 311 Abbot February 4 – April 30\, 2025.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museum.msu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/1 1/MSUM-Techno-SubmergedRealities-Website-900x600-1.jpg CATEGORIES:Afrofuturism LOCATION:Communications Arts and Sciences Building\, 404 Wilson Rd\, East L ansing\, Michigan\, 48823\, United States GEO:42.722459;-84.48143 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=404 Wilson Rd\, East Lansin g\, Michigan\, 48823\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Communicat ions Arts and Sciences Building:geo:42.722459,-84.48143 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR