𝖖𝖚𝖎𝖊𝖙 𝖘𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖒

#he turned 50 and all filter just melted away lmao

I'd like to share how I came to work with @drdarine.

A family in Gaza reached out, asking if I could help illustrate their story. They had seen my art supporting verified fundraisers and hoped I could give a voice to their experience.

The Dawoud family shared a brief but powerful script describing their ordeal a journey of displacement, fear, and survival. Since then, I’ve had the honor of illustrating several of their stories, doing my best to capture both their pain and their resilience. You can see them here:

Love and the Shadow of the Tent

The Return to Home

Return to the Shadow of the Tent

Khaled's story

They are #15 on Gazavetters' list. I'm not a vetter myself, but I would also vouch for this family if the world depended on it; they are honest and respectful. I've never felt pressured or misled while working with them.

I'm honored and humbled to work with this family. Their dignity in the face of such hardships has astounded me. I ask you all to read their story and do whatever you can to help.

Your solidarity means a great deal to us.

We pray that this dark cloud lifts soon, and that we can live in peace just like any other nation on this planet.

Due to some personal happenings, I've decided to go by Sam to protect myself (and my content) regarding future employers, family, and IRL friends. Tysm for being part of this new journey 🤍

New month, New me

Beyonce, 2005 Bet Awards

DEI does not mean lower standards.