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October 2026
THE OTHER SIDE OF FEAR
More than two decades of work, much of it never seen before, gathered at HYCIDE XPANSE. Photojournalist and filmmaker Akintola Hanif turns around to look at all of it at once — his first retrospective, opening October 9, 2026.
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October 2026
A FAIR EXCHANGE: What Are You Willing to Trade for Your Freedom?
Akintola Hanif on what it means to trade for your freedom — and the cost of the life you actually want.
Oct 2, 2026
HYCIDE Founder Akintola Hanif to Host Retrospective of His Work at XPANSE Arts Space
Akintola Hanif hosts his first retrospective, drawing on twenty-plus years of his archive, at HYCIDE XPANSE this October.
October 2026
100 Founders: Akintola Hanif, HYCIDE
Akintola Hanif, founder of HYCIDE, on building a two-decade photography practice and what comes next.
Oct 28, 2025
Why Wellness in Art Spaces Is the Future
HYCIDE XPANSE, where wellness isn’t an add-on to creative culture—it’s the foundation. Imagine your feet planted firmly on your yoga mat, breathing yourself through your best rendition of warrior pose. Surrounded by a few strangers but mostly familiar faces, the yoga instructor encourages you to focus on a spot on the wall as you hold the position for one more good breath…
Oct 9, 2025
The Revolutionary Act of Pause: Why Newark Needs This Weekend
“The artist’s role is to raise the consciousness of the people.” — Amiri Baraka. This quote has had me deep in thought. On one hand, it’s a call to produce more…
Sep 12, 2025
HYCIDE XPANSE: Healing Meets Community Power in Newark, NJ
Akintola Hanif transforms personal journey into economic infrastructure on Halsey Street. The closing reception for THE BLACK & WHITE [REDUX] exhibit proved art spaces can serve as sanctuaries…
Jun 20, 2025
HYCIDE Founder Akintola Hanif to Open New Art Space in Newark
HYCIDE magazine founder Akintola Hanif celebrates the opening of HYCIDE XPANSE, a Newark arts axis offering free classes in photography, photojournalism, meditation and yoga…
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