Courtesy of Unicorn Empress

FemaleCentric is back and better than ever.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- One could describe "FemaleCentric," a mini-art and fashion festival in Stapleton, in a few F-words:

Fierce, free and female.

Brought to the borough by Unicorn Empress and Stereotype Co. from 3-7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, at Hub 17 in Stapleton, FemaleCentric features a fashion show, live performances, a photo booth and a variety of pop-up shops.

Did we mention it costs literally nothing to get in? Just checking.

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Photo taken by Angie LMV

Meet the female behind FemaleCentric.

Daé Monae, the lead lady behind Unicorn Empress, said she created FemaleCentric -- made possible (in part) by a DCA Premier Grant from Staten Island Arts -- to remind others that female empowerment is a movement.

You either join it -- or be on the wrong side of history.

"We're creating a platform that allows us to discuss the women's issues that mainstream media tries to shove into a closet. We won't stop speaking out and we don't pretend like our issues don't exist," Monae wrote on an Instagram post, promoting the event. "We are the owners of our bodies. We won't be harassed, silenced and sex trafficked. We won't be paid less than you because of gender. This patriarchal society isn't done evolving. We're bossing up and making changes."

Keep scrolling to check out the special guests slated to attend and display their skills at "FemaleCentric." Hub 17 is located at 73 Wave St. in Stapleton. For more information, visit FemaleCentric.org.

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First, let's start with the organizers.

Monae and David Nudelman of Stereotype Co. are the event planning dream team behind FemaleCentric.

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DB Lampman

DB Lampman, co-founder of MakerSpace in Stapleton, is not one to shy away from a good project. Art enthusiasts can see her work spread across the North Shore through "Sonic Gates," an initiative by Staten Island Arts and Design Trust for Public Space.

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Marty The Psychic

Marty Zinicola, commonly known as "Marty the Psychic" is known for her readings and her latest book "Soul Bonding."

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Shenna

Recording artist Shenna will show off her vocal skills on the Hub 17 stage.

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Chef Airis Johnson

Airis Johnson is a big deal in the food community. She is known as a former "Chopped" winner on the Food Network who has cooked all around the world: From New Orleans to South Africa.

Johnson will share some life and career advice with the audience of FemaleCentric.

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Sakinah Iman

Brooklyn based singer Sakinah Iman will perform at Hub 17.

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Michelle Sangalli

Staten Island singer Michelle Sangalli is set to perform at FemaleCentric.

BTW: She was Stereotype Co's "Dreamer of the Month" recently.

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Shani Mitchell

If you see Shani Mitchell, shoot her a smile. Odds are, she'll be snapping photos or taking video of the night.

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Simone Waugh

Waugh shares her best filmmaking advice with The Creative Outsiders: "Write. Shoot something. Try everything."

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Audrey Arroyo

Model, artist and full time fashionista Audrey Arroyo will be working FemaleCentric.

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Caitlin Alyce Arizmendy

Makeup artist Caitlin Alyce Arizmendy will be at the event.

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Raina Bee

Tottenville High School alumni Raina Bee, who is serving some Amy Winehouse vibes with her vocals in this music video, will make her return to Staten Island.

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Mercury & the Architects

Musical duo Mercury & the Architects perform at Hub 17 for FemaleCentric.

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Tiffany Porcu

Mural artist, painter and barber Tiffany Porcu will attend FemaleCentric.

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La Femme Cheri

Staten Island artist La Femme Cheri has made a name for herself by designing eccentric doll designs.

Her work has been displayed during community events -- like Coolin on Castleton at Richmond Hood Co. -- and she has painted murals for the 100 Gates Project and Hub 17.

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Elaine Mendez

Elaine Mendez, president of the Labyrinth Arts Collective, will present work at FemaleCentric.

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Angie LM Vasquez

Photographer Angie LM Vasquez specializes in portraits.

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J Montana

Singer J Montana, who has performed at Hub 17 for the "Tribute to Women"concert celebrating International Women's Day, makes her return on August 5.

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Tabitha Lee Turchio

Catch Staten Island photographer Tabitha Lee Turchio at FemaleCentric.

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Jessica Kratz

Staten Islander Jessica Kratz may drop some new poetry at FemaleCentric.

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Prema777

Rapper Prema invokes her girl-boss attitude on stage. Naturally, thats what those attending FemaleCentic can expect.

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Kitty the Disc Jockey

Kitty will be spinning DJ tunes throughout the event.

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Julie Bentsen

Julie Bentsen, who recently illustrated Thomas Fucaloro's poetry book "There Is Always Tomorrow," will attend FemaleCentric.

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Leeanne London

Leeanne London is bringing soul to Hub 17 on August 5.

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Dolltits

Dolltits, made up of Magie Serpica of West Brighton and Therina Bella of Elm Park, will perform at the upcoming festival, FemaleCentric.

Their Donald Trump themed tune "When You're A Star" made waves online, racking up over 7,000 views online. The band received a nod from New York Times pop critic Jon Caramanica.

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Lina Montoya

Lina Montoya, who has basically cornered the public art market on Staten Island, will be a special guest at FemaleCentric.

If you spend some time on the borough, you may see some of her installations at New World Preparatory Charter School, "Sonic Gates" locations, a storefront at the corner of Richmond Terrace and Jewett Avenue and of course, her impressive butterfly fence art.

Also: She is an influential force in La Isla Bonita, an outdoor festival on Staten Island.

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Keri Sheheen

Keri Sheheen, who specializes in dark nautical drawings and prints, will be at FemaleCentric.

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Nicole Trejos

Canvas artist Nicole Trejos paints her way over to FemaleCentric.

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