“What are your hobbies, interests, passions, fears, & hopes?” “What do you love about yourself?” “What is a part of your story others may not know?” “What do others say you are great at?” “What do you hope to add to the world?” These are just a few of the self-reflective questions the 5th graders were […]
I met the lovely & gifted Monika a few years ago at a Ramadhan celebration. I was immediately drawn to her warmth and bright smile and as we talked, I learned about her creative spirit & her amazing art work at Canvas by Monika. She invited me to capture her original and beautiful abstract art at […]
“The most egregious acts of racism occur within a context of compromise.” -Jemar Tisby Jemar Tibsy just dropped his first book The Color of Compromise and stopped in Chicago for a book launch party & live Pass the Mic recording. He opened his remarks by reading the introduction of his book and stating the reason […]
I read recently that BOTH tears & laughter are essential to create a lasting & deep friendship. Both require vulnerability and allowing yourself to be YOU & then allowing your friend to be themselves. I have watched Annikah & Sylvia navigate a true friendship over the last 4 years and I was excited to capture […]
When I was asked by World Relief to capture a portrait of a woman who empowers and advocates for other women for their #ThankGodForWomen campaign immediately this beautiful woman came to mind so I was excited when she agreed to allow me to capture her and ask some questions about her current role as a social worker […]
I had the opportunity to meet Nigel and his Grandmother Sonya through Kate Danielson; my dear friend and founder of Foster Progress in Chicago. Foster Progress is the result of immense need for advocacy, mentorship, & education and I am always excited to partner with them in their good work. I was excited to partner with […]
Images are powerful and can craft, reinforce, undo, or influence our thoughts and beliefs about others. Images have the potential to dissuade us from fear of the unknown or different and move us toward real love. When I was asked to share what visual peacemaking means to me*, I was overwhelmed since I still consider […]
