For those of y'all who have been following my journey as an artist. This is my story continued.

Many people do not know I was adopted (By my father) when I was 5 years old. Because of this, I have so much respect for the people who step up to be stepfathers and stepmothers. Growing up not knowing my biological father left me wondering about my family history and my lineage. Asking the questions, "Who am I? Where did I come from? Where am I going? What do I want to do with my life?"

With the perspective of being mixed race, looking for mentors or guidance from one source didn't make sense. On top of my racial mixtures, I am also interested in a multitude of subjects & disciplines. From fashion, music, arts, sports, community, writing, content, business... the list is long.

I always looked for people from whom I could find guidance. Over the years I learned and stood on the shoulders of those that came before me.

These are people who, for one reason or another, I respect and admire.

Legends Never Die The Collection

When I learned about Halie Salassie, it was crazy to me that I never once heard of him from any of my teachers. He was the Emperor of Ethiopia in a time that Ethiopia had respect from the rest of the World. He is also the reason why the Rastafari movement exists in Jamaica and worldwide. Many of the people in this religion believe Haile was a prophet.

Halie can be credited for creating some of the first forms of tourism to his kingdom because people from far and wide wanted to take a picture with his tamed lions. There are many reasons that the powers that be in America have never given this man his credit. The things he accomplished in his life are legendary and in due time we will all know his name.

The artwork was created on iPad Pro + Apple Pencil with Procreate.

Haile Selassie (Muli-Color)

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