From television and editorial to museums and magazines, the work of Dionne James has been recognized across decades and platforms. A selection of features below.
From investigative reports to panel shows, Dionne has been featured across Atlanta and national networks as both subject and expert voice.
Featured expert voice in Audrey Washington's report on toxic chemicals in synthetic braiding products marketed to Black women — quoted alongside Emory and Morehouse professors.
Watch the ReportFeatured guest on the Leading Ladies panel hosted by legendary Atlanta news anchor Monica Pearson, alongside Stephanie Bronner of Bronner Bros.
Watch the EpisodeProfile coverage of Youth Braiding Academy's summer program and the model of teaching young people both craft and entrepreneurship.
Watch the FeatureFeatured industry stylist appearance on the Lifetime Movie Network, recognizing excellence in natural hair artistry.
Archival FeatureLong-form profiles, expert commentary, and industry reporting across Atlanta's most-read outlets and national publications.
Featured expert voice on the cancer-causing chemicals study and the search for safer alternatives in Black haircare.
Read the ArticleNational coverage of the synthetic hair toxicity findings, with Dionne featured as both stylist and survivor of the industry's health risks.
Read the ArticleThe most recent of Dionne's three Voyage ATL features, profiling the rise of Youth Braiding Academy and its mission to empower young entrepreneurs.
Read the ArticleCommunity feature on the founding of YBA and the model of teaching young people skill-based entrepreneurship.
Read the ArticleThe original Voyage ATL profile, covering Dionne's journey from Queens, NY to becoming a Master Pioneer in the natural hair industry.
Read the ArticleAs part of the series "Five Things You Need To Understand About Hair Discrimination," an interview with Dionne on her journey, her brand, and the philosophy behind her work.
Read the InterviewA spotlight on the launch of Dionne James Soulutions and breaking into Essence Shop and Walmart.com during the pandemic.
Read the ArticleNational Black Greek-letter publication coverage of Dionne's induction into the Alpha Omega Chapter at Howard University, alongside eleven other distinguished women.
Read the ArticleOutlets and articles will be added as Dionne's story continues to be covered.
Where Dionne's craft is recognized as fine art.
Dionne is a featured artist in The Hair Craft Project, a body of work conceived by artist Sonya Clark that recognizes Black hairstylists as fine artists in their own right. The project is housed in the permanent collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
The project celebrates the artistry, skill, and cultural significance of Black hair traditions, featuring work from a curated group of stylists whose craft elevates a centuries-old practice into the language of fine art.
For Dionne, recognition by the MFA places her work alongside the institution's broader collection — affirming what she has known her entire career: braiding is not just craft. It is art, history, and legacy.
Read the full feature on Sonya Clark's Hair Craft Project at the MFA, with images, context, and the stylists featured in the work.
Visit the MFA ArticleFor over two decades, Dionne's hairstyles have been featured in the most respected print publications in Black beauty and natural hair care — both nationally and internationally.
Dionne is available for expert commentary on natural hair care, braiding industry trends, women in business, real estate investing for service professionals, and Black entrepreneurship. Press kits available on request.