There’s an insidious strain of apathy making it’s way around the internet these days. A growing sense that our lives are no longer our own, or that the decisions we make are ultimately up to someone else. Truth is, most of us have been programmed to follow rules that no longer serve us. Our highestContinue reading “Geoff Burch”
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Justin Clark
People come in all shapes, sizes, colors and hues. This is not news. What is news apparently, is our ability to transcend these divisions and reunify under the banner of one humanity. One love. Unfortunately, we’re not there yet. The original sins from slavery to Jim Crow still go unaccounted for, and African Americans oftenContinue reading “Justin Clark”
Kavin Wadhar
What does the future of learning entail? It’s a question that deserves some thought. We are soon to enter a world where jobs will be created at a faster clip than we can account for via traditional means of education. In fact, one statistic pulled from The Institute for the Future even states that “85%Continue reading “Kavin Wadhar”
Alonna Williams
What does it mean to be educated? In a day and age where information is ubiquitous, the space has become increasingly fragmented. And people are starting to ask questions. Between private and public, Montessori’s and home schools – even MOOCs and online courses. The game is rapidly changing. Now, it’s not just what we learn.Continue reading “Alonna Williams”
Eric “Protein” Moseley
Eric is a gentle giant and a beautiful soul, but that doesn’t mean he’s ignorant to struggle. Someone I met only a few weeks ago, Mr Eric “Protein” Moseley, is full fledged human being. Rife with layers and added complexity. Not a perfect one, but in my estimation, that’s where true beauty resides. In theContinue reading “Eric “Protein” Moseley”
Wyatt Weaver
What does it mean to be “adventurous”? In a world that has reduced responsibility to a buzzword, and encourages dependence on every level, it seems that our naturally wild spirits have become tamed by the allure of modernity. Adventure has taken a backseat, as folks would rather be safe than sorry. I get it. MonotonyContinue reading “Wyatt Weaver”
Will Lee
Reality can be a doozy. Often times, it can even render us immobilized. Whether out of fear, anxiety, or from literal physical limitations. Life doesn’t pull punches. Often leaving many feeling like the proverbial “deer in headlights.” Or worse, like Nate Robinson after a ill advised bout. But then, there’s Will. He instead decides toContinue reading “Will Lee”
Alvy Butler
There are people who have a knack for seeing the good. An overall disposition that allows for greater perspective, no matter the situation. Alvy Butler, Jr. is one of those people. An individual fully committed to his walk with Christ, and equally as such in loving folks as they are. And really, that’s the goalContinue reading “Alvy Butler”
Devren Austin
A ball of light that spreads joy wherever she goes. A kind soul, always with a word of encouragement for those in need. A beautifully black and superbly self confident being who radiates realness and love. Meet Dev. Queens come in all shapes, sizes, personalities and temperaments. Part of what makes Devren unique is herContinue reading “Devren Austin”
Isaac Hibdon
What does it mean to be an artist today? Or, maybe a better question… How does one stay true to the process of creating authentically? Especially in an age where commercial interests reign supreme? Enter Isaac Hibdon. An art graduate from small school near Chicago who specializes in photorealistic pencil drawings and graphic design. Also,Continue reading “Isaac Hibdon”
