Description
The first time I witnessed a billboard of African-American women I was traveling on the 45 transit bus to college. It was a billboard with
three black women. I remember looking at it and being surprised, because I had never seen women of color presented in that
manner at that scale. The ad was very aesthetically pleasing. So, with that inspiration in mind, I tasked myself with creating a representation
of women that I would like to see if I was walking around the city—a powerful group of women who are happy, enjoying life
with healthy hair and great style, coming together and embodying sisterhood and friendship. I created this artwork for the
inspiration of all women. I am showing my reflection of beauty, and I encourage others to show their own versions as well.
The artist used William Frederick clothing for the photoshoot. Founded in 2018, William Frederick is a unisex clothing brand that
is designed, developed, and manufactured in Cleveland, Ohio.
“When you stand together as one you understand that you are not different, though different outer shells your insides are the same. That you are made of the same material as the stars & the trees & nothing else matters but love.”
Da'Shaunae Marisa
Photographer