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To Governor Ron DeSantis & most of the Florida legislators imposing their ideologies onto Floridians: I implore you to save our LGBTQ+ youth and thereby the world.You were elected to represent all Floridians; not just the wealthy, not just a particular sect of Christianity, not just those that have white under race on their ID’s. ALL of us. The past few weeks you have failed to achieve this, but…

"Damn Boy George & Thanks for the Heartbreak!" is the first novel I've successfully completed as of 2023. Learn more about the inspiring true story.

Dear Legend, Today, I break down my wall of pride and fear; today, not being good enough will not be my truth. I need to absolve my soul of the heaviness of these shackles and be free of thoughts and regrets that kept me from being free to be a better figure in your life. For the day that comes when I am no longer here, I offer this condolence. A testament of who I was and who I wanted to be in…

Thank You And Goodbye, Gigi…

The Death of Mary Florence Black February 26, 1930 – July 29, 2022 I have feared this day for 28 years, and it has now come to pass. What more is there now than to say thank you and goodbye, Gigi. My adoptive mother/ great-grandmother – Mary F. Black, aka Gigi – died on July 29, 2022, following a diagnosis of bladder cancer and the death of her daughter, Deborah Burling, on April 4, 2022. Gigi…

2022, the year that Nolli The Creator becomes Mister Nolli The Visual Art Educator. Read along about my journey from higher education to middle school art.

Hi there! I’m Mister Nolli, a visual art educator beginning my first year as a teacher in 2022. For your reading entertainment, I share my journey from higher education to a middle school art classroom and all the joys and pitfalls in between. New Career, Who ‘Dis? In 2017, following the loss of my grandmother, Brenda Pietrosante, my marriage to Manuel Rubio (which is now taboo again thanks to…

The Elias Project Art Toy Series 2

Collectible Art Toy Resin SculptureNolli – The Creator, 2022 I’m proud to say that The Elias Project Series 1 was successful in achieving its objective of introducing the art toy medium to the Treasure Coast community. When it was released at Cool Beans Brew Cafe, interest and excitement was generated by art patrons and local artists over the unique expressive quality of the art toy. In fact,…

To Write An Epic: Demon Dark

Not For The Easily Offended Before you read, first check out To Write An Epic: “The Story”. Furthermore you will need to have an open mind while reading this post. The following story framework is a work of fiction. It reflects my opinions, ideas and questions about Christianity. If you are easily offended, then do not read this post; otherwise I’m glad you’re still with me on this dark…

To Write An Epic: “The Story”

An Epic Story 23+ Years In The Making In 1999, when I was in the 7th grade, I began conceptualizing an epic story alongside my close friend, Teresa Gulbrandsen. Teresa and I were social outcasts that had a special bond – I, the gay, mixed boy, and she, the fat, white girl (the basic friendship of every gay coming-of-age story in the ’90s). Together, we dealt with our internalized, repressed…

Donut Dash 2-Miler Fundraiser

Gay Pride was once about acknowledgment, liberation, and activism. Over the years, pride has changed and become a commercialized stereotype of itself, but it's time to revisit its original intent as lawmakers mount a cultural war against the LGBTIQ+ commu

Gay Pride was once about acknowledgment, liberation, and activism. Over the years, pride has changed and become a commercialized stereotype of itself, but it’s time to revisit its original intent as lawmakers mount a cultural war against the LGBTIQ+ community. Viva La Libertad Gay Spirit of Stonewall Mural, Key West, FL 2019 It’s 2022 and gay liberation marches have been an annual event for…

A Soul’s Quest Podcast | S2 E35 Part 1

About A Soul’s Quest Directly from www.asoulsquest.com: “A Soul’s Quest is designed to help all individuals learn to live a better life by placing an emphasis on a more organic way of experiencing it. Since the rise of civilizations (groups, and communities), the ideas and cultural norms necessary to maintain those societies have been chipping away at our experiences of being and feeling alive.…

TC Patriots Logo Design

Letter Mark Logo Design, 2022Treasure Coast Patriots, ACYAA In February 2022, I worked with a local youth football team to develop a new logo that makes them standout on the field. The developed logo is strong, bold, vibrant, and will definitely make the team standout in their association. Congratulations on your new look, Patriots! Undisputed 2021 Champions The Treasure Coast Patriots are one…

The Bizarre Couch Podcast Endeavor

Gen Z Society & Culture Podcast The Bizarre Couch Podcast started as an idea had by my nephew, Michael Martinez, AKA Lofetic. He wanted to host a show that featured conversations with his friends discussing everyday life as 11th graders in high school, entering the workforce, dealing with relationships, and weighing in on values of his generation. Naturally, this was of interest to me as an…

Check out all the Elias editions soon to be released on the Treasure Coast!

Collectible, Exclusive Resin SculptureNolli – The Creator, 2022 The Elias Project is my first major contribution to the Treasure Coast Arts Community. After 16 years of inspiration, months of planning and weeks of painting, Elias is finally ready to be released on the Treasure Coast. The project is here to introduce the art toy medium to our community. It celebrates the urban art scene combined…

Check out all the Elias editions soon to be released on the Treasure Coast!

Collectible, Exclusive Resin SculptureNolli – The Creator, 2022 The Elias Project is my first major contribution to the Treasure Coast Arts Community. After 16 years of inspiration, months of planning and weeks of painting, Elias is finally ready to be released on the Treasure Coast. The project is here to introduce the art toy medium to our community. It celebrates the urban art scene combined…

Check out all the Elias editions soon to be released on the Treasure Coast!

Collectible, Exclusive Resin SculptureNolli – The Creator, 2022 The Elias Project is my first major contribution to the Treasure Coast Arts Community. After 16 years of inspiration, months of planning and weeks of painting, Elias is finally ready to be released on the Treasure Coast. The project is here to introduce the art toy medium to our community. It celebrates the urban art scene combined…