Rooted in history. Designed for impact.

Blackives, LLC is a creative research and consulting studio dedicated to preserving and amplifying the Black experience.

We specialize in deep archival research—unearthing stories hidden in historical newspapers, collections, and genealogical records. Our work expands beyond research into curation, design, and strategy, bringing forgotten histories into contemporary view.

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  • Strategic support for individuals, artists, archives, and nonprofits looking to strengthen their archives, storytelling, community engagement, and project planning.

  • Development of exhibitions and collections that connect art, archives, and lived experience through thoughtful storytelling and design.

  • Creation of digital and print materials—from exhibition layouts and social media content to book designs and visual identities—that communicate history and culture with clarity and impact.

  • Recording and preserving personal stories that add depth and humanity to the historical record, ensuring community voices are heard and remembered.

  • Planning and producing public programs, workshops, and events that invite dialogue and bring people closer to the stories that shape their communities.

  • In-depth archival and historical research that uncovers hidden narratives and provides the foundation for creative and scholarly projects.

Deyane Moses is an Army veteran, multidisciplinary creative, educator, and curator based in Baltimore, Maryland. She is deeply passionate about Black history, archives, and forward-thinking design.

In 2019, she exposed the racist history of the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) through The Maryland Institute Black Archive (MIBA)—a project that examined the institution’s history through a Black lens. Her accompanying exhibition, digital archive, and public demonstration Take Back the Steps sparked a nationwide conversation on institutional racism.

In 2020, she founded Blackives, LLC. Her collaborations include work with major cultural institutions such as the Baltimore Museum of Art, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum, among others.

A two-time graduate of MICA, Moses earned her BFA in Photography (2019) and MFA in Curatorial Practice (2021). She currently serves as Director of Programs and Partnerships for Afro Charities Inc., where she leads initiatives connecting archival heritage with contemporary culture. She is also a Fellow of the Aspen Institute’s Community & Tech Leaders Initiative through Aspen Digital, advancing the intersection of community-driven storytelling and technology.

Moses is also a published author, having written essays and articles for multiple publications and assisted with the research and curation of several books—including Pen and Prayer: The Prayers and Legacy of Carl Murphy, Publisher of the AFRO-American Newspapers (1922–1967) and Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams. Her curatorial practice continues to explore the intersections of art, history, and social justice through projects such as Tom Miller Week and other community-based initiatives.