Bøger af Jerlyn Thomas

At the end of April 2020, I decided to create a coloring book with visuals of us sheltering in place and some social distancing activities to help others be creative.Every country is dealing with the virus in various ways. I'm hoping that most of you can relate to, and find some comfort in the images that I drew.

I am thrilled to announce the release of the third volume of Blacks in Portraits, a series that has always been close to my heart. In this edition, I continue to share the remarkable stories of trailblazing and visionary figures from the Black community, whose achievements, contributions, and experiences have shaped our world.Through vivid and engaging storytelling, I invite you to explore the pages of this book and discover the journeys of these inspirational individuals. From activists to artists, scientists to entrepreneurs, each story offers a unique perspective on Black excellence and resilience.As you delve into these pages, I hope you will feel enlightened and empowered by the stories of these remarkable individuals. Let their journeys spark a fire within you and encourage you to continue learning, growing, and taking action in support of a more just and equitable world.Join me on this journey of discovery and celebration, and share this book with others who seek inspiration and hope in these challenging times.

Did you know about the 10-year-old who earned $371,000 a year? Or, did you know that Betty Boop was actually based on Esther Jones, not Helen Kane? Also, did you know that the first man to reach the North Pole was African American? See all of those drawings and learn more about these black figures in this book.I did a portrait a day for Black History Month of figures who were black, contributed or were contributing, to America in some outstanding way. I did them on my way to work, or whenever I was commuting (I'm @commuteartist on Instagram). My peers enjoyed the artwork and learned interesting facts about these amazing black figures who lived throughout history so I decided to share them with the world.