Tag: Painting

ND Art Studios @ Summer Fest ReCap

Sabreehna S. Essien, MPH

Marketing myself as a working Artist and small business start-up has its challenges. I do enjoy the opportunity to provide a creative space for others. I believe in Art as a therapeutic method and as a Clinician and Creative know it’s effectiveness.

ND Art Boutique offered Free-Style painting,, bracelet making, Zantangals, and Gratitude Journals.
We were apart of the Summer Fest Passport and gave out much stickers.
Some of our parents enjoyed the projects as well 😊
The children had fun being creative 😊
This Jerk Chicken from the Jamaica Food Truck was slapp’n . My tastebud were doing the Happy Dance 💥💥💥🙌 Big Up . My drink was Ginger Beer….Tre Bon!
Elona Kearney stopped in to help out. She is running for Governor 2024. She is a delightful person, humble, and great heart for our community. Thanks for stopping by🙏.
Until next time 😎 Keep it Creative!

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Once again thank you for support.

Until next time….

Art Flow, Sabreehna S. Essien, MPH

Self Reflection

Sabreehna S. Essien, MPH

The Front View has been a fascinating development for me as an Artist who has experienced deep trauma. In this season authenticity and speaking my truth is required for my wholistic state of being; The unfortunate things to speak my truth indirectly cast shade or light on the interpersonal relationships which surround my life.

I have found in my observation of each facet of this piece a deeper process of grief manifest which stems from my childhood. If you have been following my process with the View series you know I photograph my process. I review and study my photos and make design decisions for next steps.

I was disappointed at first with all the seemly distractions and life issues which diverted my energy into survival mode. However I appreciate the deep healing and self reflection that has occurred.

A deeper look at this piece brings me to the topic of self hatred and the resilience of the Black Women.

Next time more time will be spent on the development of the hand

Sabreehna Essien Artwork

Sabreehna S. Essien, MPH
Come out and support ya girl 💯

Please come out and support my work. I’m excited to participate in this Exhibit and will be doing an Artist talk March 6th in remembrance and celebration of my late brother Keith Birthday.

A few pieces from my newest work will be on display. If you all recall, I started an urban art residency at the Legacy Building on 1105 MLK in Tacoma 2022 which has been a phenomenal experience. Two of my newest works will be available for viewing: Hues of Purple and Abstract Series 1 which is my contemporary salute to Malcom X.

I look forward to meeting you all in person and connect with other local Artist from the area. Big Shout Out!!! To the panel at the Tacoma Community College Gallery that selected me to participate in this show. I’m honored being an alumni 2007 graduate.