Ruth E. Carter Speaking Fee: $20,000 to $30,000
Travels From:
LAX - Los Angeles (All Airports)
Primary Topic Category:
African American & Black
Secondary Topic Category:
Creativity and Innovation
Ruth E. Carter Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Ruth Carter is a Hollywood veteran, having outfitted some of the culture’s most iconic films from Malcolm X to Five Heartbeats. The multiple Oscar and Emmy-nominated costume designer took on afrofuturism fashions in the mega-blockbusters, Black Panther and in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. She just became the first black woman to win two Oscars at the 2023 awards, making Ruth one of the most renowned costume designers and inspirations today. Learn about the inspiration behind Wakandan fashion, what is was like to create clothing for a fictional place, and the impact the costumes have had on Black Panther's success.
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Behind the Scenes with Ruth E. Carter
From the streets of Selma in 1965 to the Afro-futuristic world of Wakanda, Ruth E. Carter's award-winning costume designs bring movies like Selma and Black Panther (and dozens of other critically acclaimed films) to life. In this virtual talk and Q&A, Ruth inspires audiences to tell their authentic stories as she shares anecdotes from her experience as one of Hollywood's premiere costume designers. -
Masterclass Session
Inspire your audiences with a live Masterclass from Ruth E. Carter, Oscar-winning costume designer and a favorite among Hollywood's biggest directors. In this engaging Q&A series, Ruth recounts her experiences working on films such as Malcom X, Selma, Black Panther, and more. Ruth also teaches audiences how to unleash their creativity and tell their stories
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