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She Said She Needed a Team… But I Was the Team
Creator Business & Brand Strategy

She Said She Needed a Team… But I Was the Team

How I became a one-woman creative team for an RNB artist with major placements—handling everything from branding and styling to admin and analytics.

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Overcoming Perfectionism as a Creative: How to Publish Your Work with Confidence
Creator Business & Brand Strategy

Overcoming Perfectionism as a Creative: How to Publish Your Work with Confidence

We are all guilty of this, but I’m going to…

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6 Signs You Need a Creative Coach to Reach Your Full Potential
Creator Business & Brand Strategy

6 Signs You Need a Creative Coach to Reach Your Full Potential

Have you ever felt like you’re on the brink of…

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Evolve Your Personal Style & Build Confidence
Style, Wearable Art & Design

Evolve Your Personal Style & Build Confidence

Confidence is a key element of any thorough wardrobe, but unfortunately, it’s not something you can just pull off the shelf and buy. It’s grown organically from within and nurtured by self-awareness. In this post, I’ll share some tips to help you reshape your aesthetic, claim your confidence, and create your personal style narrative.

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14 Ways for Artists to Make Extra Money This Holiday Season
Creator Business & Brand Strategy

14 Ways for Artists to Make Extra Money This Holiday Season

The holiday season is among us and it’s the perfect…

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Creative Resourcefulness with King Prolifik
Spotlight Series: Artists, Stylists & Collaborators

Creative Resourcefulness with King Prolifik

Resourcefulness is not only a skill, but it is a…

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Money Management for Creatives
Creator Business & Brand Strategy

Money Management for Creatives

In the world of creativity, the notion of blending artistry…

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Affirmations for Self-Care & Creative Discipline
Creative Wellness

Affirmations for Self-Care & Creative Discipline

Boundaries are more than the walls we build to protect…

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Unlocking Kaang’s Artistry: Shrooms, Imagination, and Unveiling Reality
Spotlight Series: Artists, Stylists & Collaborators

Unlocking Kaang’s Artistry: Shrooms, Imagination, and Unveiling Reality

Over the Thanksgiving weekend, I had the pleasure of attending…

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What’s Not for Public Consumption?
Mom life & Creative Identity

What’s Not for Public Consumption?

I decided to get into some peopley things, but nothing…

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thecolorduchess

thecolorduchess

Artist/Designer | Creative Strategist & Producer | dSent
📍PHL | As Seen on @fox29philly

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The Good Stuff Social Club was such a vibe! 💜✨ 

Being in a room full of powerhouse creatives, visionaries, and leaders left me feeling inspired and focused on the next level of my own journey.

I'm sharing more of my takeaways over on The Makings Of - my new Substack where I break down the behind-the-scenes of my creative journey, lessons, and projects. 
(link in bio) 💜

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silver top: tommy hilfiger 
black corset: wild fable 
accessories: @tjmaxx 
nails: @redd.naildit_ 

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I’ve been putting off retwisting my hair, but I I’ve been putting off retwisting my hair, but I finally got to it. it took 4 hours one day, 6 hours the next. 
i had intentions to capture my whole process on camera and get some good content. 

but see, ol girl consistently kept bringing me pretend tea and running in and out for for potty time—which always entails a hand washing song… every.single.time. 

so my content vision went out the window, and this is what I got instead 😵‍💫😂 angles ain’t but so bad but it’s certainly not what i had in mind.

the old me would’ve scrapped ALL OF IT and waited for the “right” content moment: a perfect setup with uninterrupted time, and a semi-organized space.
but this past year taught me that this creative motherhood journey is not about waiting for perfect conditions. 
it’s all about building IN the chaos, not seeing what you can come up with after the smoke clears.
so y’all, I’m posting what I have instead of not posting at all… 

now if you’re a creative mom waiting for the “right time” to start - let this be your sign. 

the interrupted process IS the content.
done is better than perfect!!!
& sometimes, done means perfect. i’m oddly enjoying this unconventional spin on things, 🥴 
now let’s see where it takes us LOL

I can’t be the only one who is building something in the tiny margins between pretend tea parties and having real deadlines!
hustle without direction will have you chasing wat hustle without direction will have you chasing waterfalls. in my latest substack article, I unpack the reality of balancing expectations, and flowing with your creative rhythm.

share with an artist you love who might need some motivation to keep going 💜

link in my bio *

#phillyartist #phillycreative #writer #thecolorduchess
look what i found while prepping for my pop up thi look what i found while prepping for my pop up this weekend✨💜 DM if you see something you like. most items ready to ship 

#thecolorduchess #phillyartist #phillydesigner #gobirds
funny story: Mr Washington used to mentor my big s funny story: Mr Washington used to mentor my big sister. ✨ my how time flies!! 
i'm still pinching myself about becoming a Cashman x PABJ Fellow this past summer ✨💜. 

last night, at the Emerging Media Diversity Awards Reception, I had the opportunity to witness journalists and creative professionals being honored for their impact on media. 

of course i'm inspired, and deeply considering what it means to build a legacy that contributes to the culture in a multitude of meaningful ways. congratulations to all the honorees! 

i'm ready for day 2 💜✨
Somebody will say you can’t be a decent mom AND Somebody will say you can’t be a decent mom AND a successful creative, and you need to ignore them people!! Because first of all, you cannot take advice from people who have never done what you want to do. 

and the truth? 
the child learns so much MORE watching me build than she ever would watching me wait. 

I’m creating with her, but I’m building for us. 

That’s me 💜

if you’re a creative mom/ artist mom navigating this wild ride, I see you girl 💜🤗

#creativemomdiaries #artistmom
#thecolorduchess #creativejourney
my factory setting is to go into hiding, so believ my factory setting is to go into hiding, so believe me when I say, I did a VERY hard reset because honey this is life after I said NEVER WOULD I EVER! 😂 there’s some major changes round these purple parts.

and this chapter is all about IMPACT. 💜 
my intention is to continue sharing the vibrant hues that illuminate my purpose, my love, and fulfillment on this journey. 

this creative journey! so much going on this year and I’m excited to share 💜🥰 

#thecolorduchess #creativemomdiaries #phillycreative #phillydesigner #gaffneysfabricstore
the unpredictability of my schedule kept me from p the unpredictability of my schedule kept me from participating in @phillyveganrestaurantweek how i wanted to. but i did manage to skip on over to @chestnuthillbrewingcompany for my favorite vegetal apps 😋 
now, let me say, i've been getting this buffalo cauliflower for some years, but last night they were cooked like somebody's mom was trying to impress the high school football coach 😆💜
texture, taste, temperature ⭐️ X 🔟
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