Diversifying Hollywood

22. That was my age when I finally saw a Black woman in mainstream media that wasn’t being portrayed as yet another negative stereotype. This Black woman was  powerful, influential, intelligent, pretty, a go-getter, stylish and simply a person on TV that I wanted to emulate. I was so inspired… View Post

VANESSALAND Interview Series: Vocal Coach Sarah Hostetter

Hello internet fam! I am thrilled for you to e-meet one of the most talented people I have ever met! She is a vocal coach, worship leader, wife, mother, and all around incredible human being. I met her about 5 years ago when I lived in Colorado and started attending… View Post

JANUARY 2018 WOMAN OF THE MONTH- FASHION DESIGNER INGJIN SAN

I believe fashion is not only a form of art, but a way to express yourself without the need to speak. This is one of many reasons why I enjoy interviewing people within the fashion industry.  This past November, at Massif Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to witness the… View Post

DECEMBER 2017 WOMAN OF THE MONTH – RHONDA RONCONE

Growing up, I went to Highpoint Church located in Southeast Aurora. Rhonda and Gene have always been people I’ve looked up to, and I remember that I was always very fond of Mrs. Rhonda Roncone. She’s a pastors wife, mother, worship leader, business leader, the list goes on and on! Knowing… View Post

NOVEMBER 2017 Woman of the Month – Fashion Designer Crystal Lee

Hello friends! You may have noticed quite a gap with new blog posts. This is due to the fact that I’ve been working to get some interviews of some of the most influential women I’ve met. Whether it be in fashion or the community. These women are courageous, chasing after… View Post