Taking new artist portraits before the end of my 33rd year was a must. A month away from exiting my Jesus year, I can look back at the year and be proud of the steps I’ve taken to land on my truest path. I have never been more confident and courageous in who I am as a woman, an artist, an entrepreneur, a friend, a lover, etc. This has shown and proved itself in my designs and business management within the last few months especially. I am very grateful to everyone who has put their faith and trust in this brain and these hands. I look forward to continuing my practice through intimately understanding the needs of others and our desires for a more comfortable, functional, beautiful world.

PHOTOS BY ADRIAN OCTAVIUS WALKER

SEWIST VEST & “ALLURE” PANTS by JAMILA KESI