We keep saying that Code Z would be impossible without a slew of volunteers and helping hands. So we thought the least we could do was give a little back and showcase the outstanding volunteers that make this little digital rag possible. Our first tip of the hat goes to writer Drék Davis.
Drék was introduced to Code Z at Eyedrum, an alternative Atlanta art space. He later approached Code Z founder Cinqué Hicks about the publication and the rest is history.
Drék's background includes fine art training in drawing and painting, and music, which ranges from formal training as a saxophonist to digital music production. His portfolio of graphic design features logos for Peabody Awards affiliated sites, the Georgia Museum of Art, and illustrations for ColorLines and POOR Magazine.
His writing style is a little hip-hop and a little academic. He tailors his pieces so that he does justice to the story and issues being covered, then he makes sure the material is digestible, interesting, and entertaining to the reader, who may be steeped in art history or just your average Jo (Anne). He delivers without condescending. He writes for the people and in doing so is able to broaden his audience.
Drék uses his Code Z writing as an intellectual exercise that combines two of his loves: writing and art. The assignments also expose him to artists and ideas that he would not have considered or my have forgotten.
His aim is a career in arts administration with a creative niche that will fill his need for balance and challenge. As for his studio work, he has no illusions about being famous. When it’s all said and done, he wants to perpetuate a dialogue through the work by curating powerful, thought-provoking shows, and creating work that happily breaks out of the “white wall” aesthetic.
