Subscribe to my newsletter: http://bit.ly/gn channel ORANGE released on July 10, 2012 The Strings – the Vibe – the beat. Because “longing” is probably one of the most inspiring topics one can write about. The turmoil of wondering is proportional the indifference given by the object of desire… isn’t it something we can collectively feel inContinue reading “On Frank Ocean “Thinkin Bout You””
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Abstract is my Art: a Poem
Subscribe to my newsletter: http://bit.ly/gn Abstract is my Art It all started withThe grainy sound ofA fine tip pen on construction paper. It reminded me ofWhen as a childI would write with my fountain pen on a blotting paper. In chaotic times,drawing the linesbrings me solace. Abstract is my ArtI mimic life’s intricacyYet keep it simple,ItContinue reading “Abstract is my Art: a Poem”
Full Circle.
Subscribe to my newsletter: http://bit.ly/gn It’s been already 3 months. It is hard to project yourself when we don’t know what tomorrow holds, which for lots of us, including myself, induces lots of stress. My way of coping with anxiety has been to spend as much time as possible creating. I was working with lots ofContinue reading “Full Circle.”
“He Should Not Have Resisted Arrest”
Have you ever found yourself face to face with a bear? I’ve personally never had myself, but the simple thought of it is terrifying to me. Most likely, I think that I would try to run as fast and far as possible – understandably so: as human beings, we are built for survival; everything weContinue reading ““He Should Not Have Resisted Arrest””
Women Extraordinaire: Gold on Black Illustrations of Special Ladies
Subscribe to my newsletter: http://bit.ly/gn This post was to be published last month in honor of #WomenHistoryMonth but with everything that’s been happening, in New York and the world, I had put this aside and focused on other things. I’m happy and excited to finally do this and share these pieces with you. It hasn’t alwaysContinue reading “Women Extraordinaire: Gold on Black Illustrations of Special Ladies”
On The Crown Act
In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth + #theCrownAct I decided to make some figurative work subliming women’s hair. *The CROWN Act is a California law which prohibits discrimination based on hair style and hair texture by extending protection for both categories under the FEHA and the California Education Code. It is the first legislation passed at theContinue reading “On The Crown Act”
On Van Hunt "Hello Goodbye" (The Reimagined)
For clarification, this is a « reimagined » version of Van Hunt first album. TRIM, 2019 Van Hunt is IMO one of the most underrated artists out there. Can I say I wish him all the success he desires, but also selfishly want to keep him to myself – sharing with us his artistry inContinue reading “On Van Hunt "Hello Goodbye" (The Reimagined)”
Giza Pyramids
here’s my take on the Giza Pyramids in Egypt with a twist
Ohhhh, Artsy, Artsy Me…
« The circle represents the notions of totality, wholeness, original perfection, the Self, the infinite, eternity, timelessness, all cyclic movement, God (‘God is a circle whose centre is everywhere and whose circumference is nowhere’ (Hermes Trismegistus). It makes me feel but I feel peaceful watching these! Check out some of my latest creations, soon availableContinue reading “Ohhhh, Artsy, Artsy Me…”
On Anderson Paak “Your Prime”
Malibu, January 15, 2016 So, let’s start at the beginning: it is for me physically impossible to be in a bad mood while listening to AP. Like he has an ON switch for my happy mood (I can’t think of anyone else making me feel that way on the top of my head.) When IContinue reading “On Anderson Paak “Your Prime””
On Amy Winehouse’s “I Heard Love Is Blind”
Frank, released on October 20th, 2003. Authenticity is an interesting quality. It is admired but also feared by those who pretend to be someone other than themselves so to be liked by many. Her genuineness made Amy special – and also very vulnerable – but let’s talk about that song right here: With an extremeContinue reading “On Amy Winehouse’s “I Heard Love Is Blind””
On Doing What’s Right
Subscribe to my newsletter: http://bit.ly/gn Two people can do or react similarly for different reasons. Two people can do and react differently for the same reason. Read that again. It’s hard to tell which is which for many reasons. One: we project – we tend to empathize more with those who look like us or weContinue reading “On Doing What’s Right”
On Raphael Saadiq "Still Ray"
Instant Vintage, 2002 There are songs, like this one, who keep me believing; keep me believing that one day, I will make someone feel that way about me – and It’ll be reciprocated.I guess what I particularly like about this tune is the “poetic simpledom” of it all. Ode to happiness and bliss .
On the Way to Oz || Original Tune Exploring Mental Health Breakdown and Recovery
This past December when I was at my cousin Virginie’s house in Biarritz I felt an immense sense of peace. Maybe it was the quietness or the clean bright uncluttered space, a cocoon if you will, or maybe a combination of all that made me feel like: this is how it should be. I haveContinue reading “On the Way to Oz || Original Tune Exploring Mental Health Breakdown and Recovery”
On D’angelo One Mo ‘Gin
From Voodoo released on January 25, 2000. Produced by D’AngeloAll vocals performed by D’AngeloVocal and musical arrangements by D’AngeloBass: Pino PalladinoAll other instruments: D’Angelo Probably one of my favorite tunes on d’Angelo second studio album, Voodoo released 20 years ago, in 2000. The intro is just a well-thought out foreplay to the song – andContinue reading “On D’angelo One Mo ‘Gin”
Poetry – “Race” by Elizabeth Alexander
“Race is neither biological fact nor dismissible fiction, but an unwieldy set of narratives that Americans live inside.” – Stephanie Burt I fell down the rabbit hole that is the Poetry Foundation Website… Mind you I was just supposed to check out something – and go back to sleep – cause yes, I am jet-lagged… IContinue reading “Poetry – “Race” by Elizabeth Alexander”
On Jill Scott – Crown Royal on Ice
From The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3 released on September 25, 2007. *Please avoid listening while driving or operating heavy machinery. That snippet is as delectable as the breuvage, and may even burn the tip of your tongue, if not listened carefully. I’m usually more of a Hendricks and Tonic kinda drinker, butContinue reading “On Jill Scott – Crown Royal on Ice”
My Poetry Book on Amazon + FREE download !!!!
I am not sure I ever advertise the fact I had self-published a book on Amazon this past July 2019. Well, here it is. I’ll share a little bio with you and if you scroll down to the end, you will be able to download a free sample, and some video I made – andContinue reading “My Poetry Book on Amazon + FREE download !!!!”
On FriendZone by ThunderCat (2017)
From Drunk, released on February 24, 2017 Happy Post Valentine’s Day! I hope you had a great time. Unrequited love and/or attraction is a cold place to be in, literally; and it happens to the best of us. I’ve been that friend, but I have also been “friend-zoned”, ghosted and ignored. One thing I canContinue reading “On FriendZone by ThunderCat (2017)”
On Being an Intellectual
I feel the need to disclaim my ironic tone on that one. I recently spent some quality time in France with family – I was staying at my grandmother’s house. One day we had a disagreement and she said to me I was “such an intellectual” – she said it the same way republicans callContinue reading “On Being an Intellectual”
French Girl in Brooklyn 