As an artist when you find people who you work well with creatively you definitely need to stay connected. Creative people can’t seem to turn their minds off even when they desperately want to  rest and recharge. Almost a year ago there was a meeting of minds between the Blue Lady and myself where we talked about youth, fashion and “The Hood”  As someone who has worked with youth for many years I am always looking for ways to uplift them. I’ve worked with the Blue Lady on various shoots and have witnessed her level of creativity and it’s astounding. The melting pot of ideas brought  The Hood is Your Runway campaign to life!  Mizz Wallace as she is affectionately called brought designers and youth together to collaborate with  U Can Turn It Around NFP to showcase the youth. The images were beautiful!!!!!  Normally when photoshoots are completed you move on and go to the next project but not this time. Being the visionary that she is, the Blue Lady decided to not only bring the ladies on for an encore presentation but she invited other youth to join in. The Youth Fashion Explosion was the first one for Mizz Wallace but not her first time producing a fashion show. She is know for her installations of Curvy Divas which always have the WOW factor!  Upon talking to the Blue Lady, one of our many hmmm moments was the fact that there aren’t many events to showcase the youth. If there was ever a time to uplift the youth it  is now. Many of them are facing so many adversities that more outlets are needed for them to enjoy their youth. The event was family friendly and full of energy! The children were able to strut their stuff and bring smiles to all that were in the audience. Many of the vendors were young entrepreneurs and the food was all things that young people like. I applaud the Blue Lady for showcasing the youth and can’t wait to see the next installation! Check out the images from the show!

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