Ashe: We Speak the Names of our Ancestors
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ASHE: We Speak the Names of Our Ancestors

During our Kwanzaa celebration we speak the names of our ancestors and say Ashe (ah-SHAY). This last year has been a difficult time for all of us and we’ve lost quite a few in our community. this piece is my way to recognize them. 🙏 🙏 🙏 I started working on this piece earlier this…

Mother’s Day Love: Umoja, Kuumba and Nia
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Mother’s Day Love: Umoja, Kuumba and Nia

In this year’s Mother’s Day entry, Umoja, one of my favorite moms, enjoys a warm embrace from her hubby Kuumba while little Nia looks on. Mother’s Day is all about the relationship of a mom and her kids but fathers know and appreciate all that mom does for him and the family. No truer words have…

Nia's Black Panther Dreams
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Wakanda Fashion: Nia’s Black Panther Dreams

I’ve been a Black Panther fan for a very long time, dating back to the 70’s. Even though I was excited to learn of the recent, most excellent film just released I figured I wouldn’t be able to make any fan art because I’ve been totally focused on my ongoing project, Kinara’s Children.

Well never say never, because it turns out that little Nia is a fan too. So I thought I’d whip up this little costume using Blender (natch), and hook Nia up with an early Halloween outfit.