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The art of Lu’e Diaz explores the Lu'everse, a dimension born from the struggles of the human mind. Emo'me, the protagonist, embodies self-discovery and acceptance. Through vibrant colors and symbolism, he normalizes mental health conversations, encourage vulnerability, and promote resilience. The artwork invites viewers to confront their struggles, foster empathy, and celebrate the beauty of imperfection.

I create because I was created to do so. The creator of the universe put this desire and talent inside me to share with others and it’s something I can’t help but do. It’s also a way to share my thoughts, ideas, and opinions without words. I found my voice when I was my authentic self in what I was making and sharing. 

I am a jewelry maker and designer with a passion for creating beautiful things. To me, jewelry is more than adornment—it is wearable art. Each piece serves as a small, silent statement that reveals something about the wearer without a single word being spoken.

My creative practice is rooted in both artistry and connection. I share the art of jewelry making with adults and children alike, teaching and engaging in ways that bring fulfillment and a sense of accomplishment.

I am an artist driven by curiosity, observation, and a desire to translate the inner and outer worlds into meaningful form. My work explores the relationships between emotion, environment, and the stories we carry—often focusing on themes of memory, transformation, and the tension between structure and freedom.

I am a Dominican artist from New York who creates detailed paintings that reflect both self-exploration and my view of the world. Using markers and acrylics, I focus on precision, layering color and line to capture emotion and complexity. I paint primarily for myself, as a way to understand my identity, experiences, and surroundings. I hope my work invites others to look closer and find their own meaning.

Steven G. Sanchez is an arts executive with a passion for creating and curating in the arts.

Jaison Radcliff is an author, educator, illustrator, and serial entrepreneur whose focus is on fashion and visual arts. He brings years of industry experience to students, as a professional fashion illustrator at www.thepaperbarcompany.com, and through his past work as a corporate wholesaler for some of the industry’s largest fashion brands.

Ridge Bonnick’s work emerges from a deep-seated belief in art’s transformative power—its ability to act as therapy, guiding us through life’s darkest depths and helping us return with a greater understanding of ourselves and our origins.

The art of Lu’e Diaz explores the Lu'everse, a dimension born from the struggles of the human mind. Emo'me, the protagonist, embodies self-discovery and acceptance. Through vibrant colors and symbolism, he normalizes mental health conversations, encourage vulnerability, and promote resilience. The artwork invites viewers to confront their struggles, foster empathy, and celebrate the beauty of imperfection.

This shoe reflects the vision of SixSet founder Sebastian Garcia: limitless possibilities, a journey that sometimes calls for stepping into the unknown. With no prior experience in designing shoes, this challenge became an opportunity to view each step as part of a broader vision, guided by faith. Jeremiah 29:11.

Steven G. Sanchez is an arts executive with a passion for creating and curating in the arts.

Jasmin Machell crafted this shoe for HIV/AIDS awareness, tell a story of strength, connection, and community. The distressed denim symbolizes the impact of the disease, reflecting its ability to fray live; denim hearts are stitched together to signify unity and support reminding us that no one fights alone. Denim, "America's fabric," further symbolizes our shared responsibility to care for and uplift one another. Through every step, these soles carry a message of resilience and connection.

Shoe designer OBI Cymatica, whose shoe designs are edged between the line of glamour, sophistication, innovative and sleek cuts, grew up in Nigeria and moved to New York at the age of 16. This talented individual is truly a creative force to be reckoned with, for he has illustrated designs for BCBG, and designed for luxury fashion powerhouses, the great Oscar De La Renta and even for Jimmy Choo.

Jaison Radcliff is an author, educator, illustrator, and serial entrepreneur whose focus is on fashion and visual arts. He brings years of industry experience to students, as a professional fashion illustrator at www.thepaperbarcompany.com, and through his past work as a corporate wholesaler for some of the industry’s largest fashion brands.

Jeremiah Reed is  interested in the many different forms of art. For me, art is about taking ideas and building on them, capturing special moments, and sharing them with others. I love exploring the different ways we can express ourselves and hope to create pieces that encourage people to stop, think, and connect with what they see.