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Ray Clarke (he/him)
Ray Clarke (he/him)
About Me
Well I'm Ray, a 18 year old queer black man. I live in Niceville Florida. I want to go to school at Northwest as a veterinary technician, I love love love animals. I have a few birds too.
What does this Project Mean to You?
I think this project is important because it brings awareness that's long overdue and to promote diversity and inclusion. It is a honor to work with such a great group of talented and educated people. This matters to me because I've dealt with uneducated and ignorant people my entire life.
Jasmine Mishra (she/her)
Jasmine Mishra (she/her)
Inspiration for Artwork
My artworks were inspired by African fabrics and tie dye. The techniques used in tie dye popular in the U.S. are inspired by West African tie dye. My artworks represent the African heritage that some African Americans identify with, and its impact on American culture. I used simple designs: inspired by some of the art from the Black Lives Matter painting on the road in Charlotte.
What does this Project Mean to You?
It is very important to spread awareness for the Black Lives Matter movement in this area since there are a lot of people here who are uneducated on what the movement stands for.
Abby Falzone (she/her)
Abby Falzone (she/her)
About Me
I’m from Los Angeles and have lived there most of my life! I’m 18 and I’m going to Northeastern University and majoring in design and business administration.
What does this Project Mean to You?
This project is important to me because there is no reason anyone in this country should have to fear for their lives, especially by the people who are supposed to be ‘protecting’.
Aeron Manuel (he/him)
Aeron Manuel (he/him)
About Me
I am Asian. I am a very hands on person so I love to play instruments, create art, and make clothes. I am 17 and I aspire to major in biology at UF or FSU.
What does this Project Mean to You?
This project is important to me because I believe that diversity should be embraced, not rejected.
Tatyana Pistolich-De Los Rios (she/her)
Tatyana Pistolich-De Los Rios (she/her)
Inspiration for Artwork
Geometric shapes were a very big influence as well. I really like the illusion of depth that shapes can give each other. I wanted to represent various skin tones, hence the color choices, as the Black Lives Movement is being fought for by many diverse people. I chose to highlight both black transgender and gay pride as they need support now more than ever.
What does this Project Mean to You?
It’s very important to me that I do my part in supporting and fighting for this movement in any way I can. Aside from signing petitions and spreading awareness this was another way I was able to help.
Ellie Segars (she/her)
Ellie Segars (she/her)
About Me
I’ve been running cross country and track for almost 7 years now and I love to surf! I’m 17. I go to Niceville high school currently. I’m not entirely sure where I’m planning on going to college yet, but I’m looking into USF and Stetson University. I plan on majoring in art.
What does this Project Mean to You?
This project is important to me because I believe it’s time to “pop” the Niceville “bubble”. People here seem to ignore the problem of police brutality. Even I only recently found out there are cases of it here in Niceville. Niceville is such a small town, you wouldn’t think that kind of thing happens here, but it does. It’s time for people to wake up and learn about what is going all over the country AND in Niceville. This billboard won’t solve all our problems, but hopefully it will be eye opening to people and even get conversations about the matter started.
Are you interested in contributing to art projects or sharing artwork? Please email blmniceville@gmail.com
Are you interested in contributing to art projects or sharing artwork? Please email blmniceville@gmail.com
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