I wasn’t planning on relaunching Art & Sol. Truth be told, I haven’t had time to relaunch anything—unless we’re talking about relaunching myself out of bed after four hours of sleep and a hot flash. But lately, I’ve noticed something: people are still showing up. Even with dust on the site, even with my inbox […]
If you’ve followed Art & Sol for a while, you probably already know that this platform has always been about more than just creative output. It’s about culture. It’s about identity. It’s about telling our stories—especially the ones that don’t get told enough. That’s why I’m beyond excited to share that on May 25th, I’m […]
MSI After Hours: Get Animated a 21+ event The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) is hosting an animation-themed party on Friday, September 21. MSI After Hours: Get Animated celebrates the intersection of art and science, giving guests access to MSI’s latest exhibit, The Science Behind Pixar. Guests can also attend an exclusive conversation […]
A short breakdown: A single momma in my 30’s with a 10 year old. An old career of dance/hip hop behind me that still, to this day, leaves a fire burning within me to want to return to the stage. My body constantly changing to my environment with an office job and a “standing only” […]
With summer within arms reach, you’ll be seeing some unique places to check out on the Halfstack blog. And the city never falls short of talent to check out; Chicago native Jesus Corral will debut his art of paint on print at the Type House exhibition this weekend. The collection features his popular photography […]
Very excited for the winter issue of Half Stack Magazine where I had the opportunity to highlight a local #LatinaBoss, Luz Gavazos who is stepping out as a Sangria master created here in Chicago. I sampled all of her brews and it tasted like magic! Check out her website for updates and consider donating to […]
From a Single Mother.. To my growing beauty: The world is changing, and the things we face will make us uncomfortable and will likely hurt us. Know that my concern is your vivacious heart, your confidence, integrity, loyalty to people, and your view of the world. My goal is not to change the way you […]
How defeat doesn’t declare an end, it echoes opportunity Suavé & the Hip Hop ConnXion “Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable…Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” Martin Luther King Jr. Passion is a word that is almost solely […]
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