I have always loved being able to witness the process in which a project was born. Continuing on this page will be the journey from inception to completion as I unveil glimpses of both the pre-production and production phases. Enjoy :)

Black beauty in the garden Storyboard

This piece of music draws its inspiration from the rich tradition of Malian folk music, hailing from the vibrant landscapes of West Africa. In Mali, music is a deeply cherished part of culture, intertwined with everyday life. The heartbeat of Malian melodies is carried by an array of traditional instruments, each with its own story to tell: the ngoni, a 4-5 stringed lute; the mesmerizing tones of the kora, a harp-like instrument; the rhythmic pulse of the jembe drum; the expressive cadence of the tama, or talking drum; the resonant calabash, a gourd drum; and the enchanting bala, also known as the balafon, a xylophone-like instrument. And let's not forget the kamele ngoni, adding its own unique flavor to the musical tapestry of Mali.

The tone of the music is hopeful, while the mood is euphoric.

This scene featured a dress that I made out of cheese cloth while the model was on set. I really wanted it to match the “mask” that the model was wearing.

Wardrobe & Styling: Jadea Knight

Model: Sami Jenkins

Wardrobe Assistant: Glenn Porter

Model(s): Victor Kuye

DP: Tremaine Etheridge