#InConversation with Asha Teru

Conversations

Oct 11

#BGFCommunity is our spotlight series featuring brands and businesses led by Black women and non-binary people.

we met with artist and illustrator Asha Teru. Asha shares more about her experience starting a business, becoming a vendor at Black Girl Festival and her plans for growing her business.

How would you describe your brand/ business?

I am an Artist/Illustrator who uses my work as an outlet for my feelings.

I had been following Black Girl Fest for a while and saw that you were doing a lot of great work bringing together and supporting black womxn and their businesses. I thought I would like to get involved, so why not apply! I also thought it would be a good opportunity to try something new and get out of my comfort zone, where vendors have the chance to showcase their business to such a large platform.

How was being a vendor at the festival?

Being a vendor was super fun! I had the opportunity to have some great conversations with customers and other vendors. When I had a bit of free time it was nice to be able to see some of the other activities the festival had to offer such as the talks and performances.

What was it like being surrounded by other businesses owned by Black British women?

Being surrounded by other businesses owned by Black British womxn was inspiring. I learnt a lot about running my business from conversations with people on the day and it was nice to be part of a community of others who were in a similar position as me.