The Hope of America is a Lie

The America we inhabit today was founded, formed and framed by brutes and murderers. Enslavers, human traffickers, rapists and hate-filled humans. The laws, institutions, governments and overall society were created by these individuals and continue to perpetuate support for their progeny.

I’m a Man Project: An Uninspiring Start

Today, I've been reminded why my creative focus is so heavily and unapologetically centered on women. Milwaukee is having a lovely fall. A couple of weeks ago, I decided to schedule a couple of open shoots for the project to get some outdoor shots. My intention with the men I know (neighbors) is to doContinue reading "I’m a Man Project: An Uninspiring Start"

About I’M A MAN Project

I'M A MAN is a portrait series about manhood. How do you see yourself? What is one word you use to describe yourself?"I'M A MAN. I am _________________."Fellas, fill in the blank. Who are you? One word to caption a your portrait.The project goal is to produce a photo book accompanied with essays, short stories,Continue reading "About I’M A MAN Project"

Reflection Friday: Tools for Effective Self-Reflection – Intro

Introspection and self-reflection are the keys to knowing where you are in the seasonal cycles of your life. Sometimes, we are so deep into what is consuming us, we can’t identify our location or our next move.

KH47 aka Kamala Harris for President Commemorative Prints

KH47 aka Kamala Harris for President is a three print commemorative series of Madame Vice President addressing an overflowing FISERV stadium in Milwaukee, WI. These historic images were taken during Vice President Harris's official nomination as the Democratic Candidate for President of the United States on the second night of the Democratic National Convention, August 20, 2024.

I’M A MAN Project

Since I can't seem to sit still or because I'm in a creative burst of time, I'm starting a new photo project on manhood. It's inspired by my I AM WOMAN photo essay project as well as my neighbors for the last three and half years in Milwaukee, WI. The neighbors will have a specialContinue reading "I’M A MAN Project"

Interview: Bold Journey – Meet LaShawnda Jones

I thought when I sat down to write my first book, the story would be some type of romance. Something with a happy ending. But what kept coming out was all my angst. All my frustration. All my hurt and pain. Everything the body remembered and I tried to forget. At some point, I realized most of what I wrote about was my trauma or things produced from trauma.