Imani the Visionary
The final character in the Kinaras Children series. Imani, day 7 of Kwanzaa.
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Habari Gani? (What’s the News?)
It’s Kwanzaa Time It’s my favorite time of the year. Each day we ask the question “Habari Gani?” meaning “what’s the news?” and respond with the name of the principle of the Nguzo Saba that’s for that day. I’ll be adding graphics for all seven principles throughout the week as I create them. So stay…
Taking it To the Streets
There’s something happening out here in the community. Kinara’s Children had to be part of it. This is a peaceful demonstration. Keep an eye out for that guy on the right, though. He has a hard time getting with the program. You can order a matted print here or find it at the Gift Shop…
Faces of Ujima: A Study
Ujima’s one of my Kinara’s Children characters that doesn’t get enough attention. My last couple of posts have featured him. In this one he gets the expressions treatment. So far I’ve done Nia, Imani, Umoja and Kuumba and if you’ve paid attention you may notice that each set has been done a bit differently. With…
The Funky Fourth Dimension: Kinara’s Children in Motion.
I didn’t think 2022 would be the year I put the Children in motion, it’s just turned out that way so far. Combining images and text with music just make me feel good inside. I hope they make you feel good as well. Kinara’s Children has a YouTube channel now! I’ve been dropping stuff in…
Kwanzaa 2021, year in review
What’s next? I can tell you stories. In fact I think I WILL be telling you stories: urban fables and modern mythology as I bring the Children to life. Expect to see more photo-realistic images and a more focused approach. The Children are hitting their stride and about to up their game. Stay tuned.