by Justin Shiels | Mar 10, 2018 | Journal
Today I sat with @cubsthepoet and chatted about identity, emotions, and the power of language. After our conversation, I created a piece of work unlike anything I’ve done before. I guess that’s the definition of inspiration. by Justin Shiels | Mar 2, 2018 | Journal
Close your eyes. Make a wish. And remember that everything you could ever imagine wanting is already yours…if you’re willing to put in the work to make it happen. ????: @allthingsdante by Justin Shiels | Feb 28, 2018 | Journal
Let’s face it. Your parents will never understand what you do for a living. And sometimes even your friends will give a blank stare as you explain the ins and outs of your day-to-day work. This is the plight of the creative entrepreneur, a talented thinker that... by Justin Shiels | Feb 27, 2018 | Journal
Heading to a formal event draped in kente cloth was a life-altering experience. I felt dapper, but something bigger was happening. For a night, I was royalty—exceptionally African American in the most beautiful way. by Justin Shiels | Feb 22, 2018 | Journal
30 days. 30 original illustrations. Read the story behind the creative challenge that helped me grow 1000 new Instagram followers. But more important than that, it helped me take ownership of my new title… “artist.” Click now to read the article and... by Justin Shiels | Feb 9, 2018 | Journal
Since “Living Single” came to Hulu, I’ve been watching at least a few episodes every day. I wanted to think through a 2018 update of these characters that shaped my ideas of adulthood. Sinclair left Teach for America to work for her cousin Khadijah’s tech startup....