17Prince George's Arts and Humanities Council https://www.pgahc.orginfo@pgahc.org(301) 772-8943
1801 Mccormick Dr
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
United States
I began drawing at a very young age by copying characters from comic books and newspaper comic strips. As my style developed, the influence of their dynamic compositions and uses of color and light would reveal themselves in my art. Continuing to draw and paint in college, my focus turned to commercial art: specifically, graphic design and illustration. I earned a BFA degree in graphic design from The Kansas City Art Institute, and a master’s degree in illustration from Syracuse University.
Leslie Olabisi is an engaging narrator and the relatable, conversational voice you are looking for in your commercials. Using her training as an actor, she makes adjustments quickly and her throaty yet clear vocal quality is a unique tone that stands apart from any other female voice.
She is a SOVAS Voice Arts Award winner for Outstanding Radio Promo and the documentary she narrated, Unmarked, was nominated for a Capital Emmy.
Leslie studied at The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in NYC, Studio Theatre Acting Conservatory and was a student of the late great, Wynn Handman.
Krystiana Bonheur works as a freelance teaching artist for nonprofit organizations such as Project Create DC and The Space in Greenbelt, MD. Krystiana studied as a Arts and Humanities major and transitioned to Education in 2007. Bringing nine years of experience working with student with emotional and academic disabilities, Krystiana enjoys working with youth to create a positive learning environment that incorporates literacy and different elements of abstract art.
Greta Chapin McGill, grew up to the African American music of Motown and Miles Davis. A Washington DC native, her memories of going to classical music concerts at the Constitution Hall with her father are among her fondest memories. She discovered color when, at the age of 10 her parents sent her to Saturday morning art classes. Here her life was transformed. …The smell of the oils was intoxicating to me…
Originally from Wisconsin, Schyler is happy to call Maryland home. His favorite places to photograph are the urban scenes of Washington, DC and other metropolitan areas. A hiking enthusiast, he also enjoys photographing wildlife and landscapes.
I am LaShonda C. Henderson, a writer, poet, painter, and ethical technologist whose creative and technological endeavors explore the social implications of love on both micro and macro levels. Through poetry, novels, workshop journals, and daily reflections shared on social media, I delve into how love shapes our society and individual experiences.