Ms. Afrika Abney - Consultant

(Photo credit from Esther Productions, Inc's programs)- https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/aachildrensliterature  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Esther Productions Inc 202-640-0301 estherproductionsinc@gmail.com GRAMMY NOMINATED POET E. ETHELBERT MILLER AND AWARD-WINNING CHILDREN’S AUTHOR JOY JONES HEADLINE “SEEING OURSELVES IN THE RIVER, IN THE MIRROR, IN THE WORLD—A CITYWIDE TOUR FOCUSING ON DC’S RICH AND MOSTLY UNEXPLORED AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERARY HISTORY On April 20, 2024 from 3-5pm at the Cleveland Park Library (3310 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC),award-winning authors, poets and literary historians E. Ethelbert Miller and Joy Jones will use their own intimate and personal narratives to explore with the audience DC’s rich literary history and the role played by Black writers in building canon and fortifying community. The event is free and open to the public. To register go to: estherproductionsinc.com/events. Seeing Ourselves In The River, In The Mirror, In The World

  (Photo credit from Esther Productions, Inc's programs)- https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/aachildrensliterature ​ ""In a proclamation issued on April 1, 1996, Former President Bill Clinton declared: "National Poetry Month offers us a welcome opportunity to celebrate not only the unsurpassed body of literature produced by our poets in the past, but also the vitality and diversity of voices reflected in the works of today's American poetry….Their creativity and wealth of language enrich our culture and inspire a new generation of Americans to learn the power of reading and writing at its best."In addition, similar official National Poetry Month proclamation have been issued by mayors from towns and cities across the country, including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Tucson, and Washington, D.C.." Join Ms. Joy Jones and Mr. Ethelbert Miller at Cleveland Park Library on April 20th. Please register at https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/events-1/s

 I use different apps to create my digital art. Since I was a high school student which was from 1991 - 1993, I have been creating digital art for various purposes.  Digital created by Ms. Afrika Abney March 29, 2024  Digital art "is an artistic work or practice that uses digital technology as part of the creative or presentation process. Since the 1960s, various names have been used to describe the process, including computer art and multimedia art. Digital art is itself placed under the larger umbrella term new media art." ​Digital art - Wikipedia Advantages of Digital Art "More Efficient. Easier to get started and work quickly. More Forgiving. Nothing is permanent when you have the undo button. More Exploration. Unlimited experimental possibilities. Easier duplication. Ideal for working with clients. Equipment/Materials."

Thank you for viewing this branding blog that I created three years ago.  The purpose of this blog is to share information regarding the consulting services and work that Ms. Afrika Abney offers and provides since 1992. During that year, I was a high school student.  Thank you once again. 

  Photo found on the Internet  " Born Eugene Ethelbert Miller on November 20, 1950, in the Bronx, New York, he developed an early interest in literature. His passion led him to Howard University in Washington, D.C., where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in African American Studies in 1972. His time at Howard was transformative - it was here he began to shape his voice, honing his skills as a poet and emerging as an activist. While still a student, Miller founded the literary magazine, 'Obasi,' marking the beginning of his lifelong dedication to promoting the arts. In 1974, two years after graduation, he was appointed as the director of the university's African American Resource Center. During his forty-plus years of service at the center, he curated an impressive collection of Black literature and culture artifacts. Miller's poetry is an exquisite blend of personal and political, addressing themes of racial injustice, love, and the human condition. He publish

  Ms. Joy Jones - Fearless Public Speaking: A Guide for Beginners (SparkNotes) Photo found on the Internet  " Scared of speaking in public? You’re not alone! This accessible guide, written by a former teacher and poetry slam coach, will help tweens and teens find their voice!   If you have weak, wobbly knees and a pounding heart when you face an audience—don’t worry, that’s good! Joy Jones is here to show teens and tweens that stage fright is your friend. With its funny, friendly, slightly irreverent approach,  Fearless Public Speaking  helps young people feel more comfortable and confident in front of a crowd. Jones covers it all, from how to write and organize your speech, to how to deliver it and use audiovisual equipment, to how to troubleshoot when things go wrong." https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Public-Speaking-Guide-Be ginners-ebook/dp/B07JNN8QW7 https://www.yabookscentral.com/yanonfiction/24481-fearless-public-speaking " Joy Jones has taught creative writing and

 The AACL Tour opened on March 16th and took place at Francis Gregory. The next AACL Tour is scheduled to take place on April 20, 2024. Please see details below:  (Photo credit from Esther Productions, Inc's programs)- https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/aachildrensliterature   Esther Productions Inc., in partnership with The Black Student Fund and The Institute for African American Writing presents two authors Ms. Joy Jones and Mr. E.Ethelbert Miller on April 20th. Info:  aachildrenslit2023 @gmail.com . " Joy Jones has taught creative writing and public speaking to middle school students and coached poetry slam teams. Her children’s book Tambourine Moon (Simon & Schuster) was chosen in 2000 as a Kid’s Pick of the Lists by the American Booksellers Association, selected as one of the best books for children by the black caucus of the ALA, and seen on Fox TV’s hit show The Bernie Mac Show. She is also the author of Private Lessons:A Book of Meditations for Teachers (Andrews

    "Factors such as the work's composition, colors, and emotional resonance, will make work more compelling and interesting to own. A powerful scene or subject will make a much larger difference to the price of work often than the artistic quality itself. What will make someone want to own the work?" Blossoming. 9 * 12. Acrylic on Canvas board. April 6, 2023. Afrika Abney Girls and women are blossoming in all shapes and forms through all of the abuse, stereotypes, pain, suffering and violence. It is unfortunate that society has become blind sided.

(Photo credit from Esther Productions, Inc's programs)- https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/aachildrensliterature  ​ Sat, Apr 20 at Cleveland Park Library SEEING OURSELVES IN THE RIVER, IN THE MIRROR, IN THE WORLD: DC'S AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERARY HISTORY ON TOUR  presented by Esther Productions Inc. in partnership with The Black Student Fund and The Institute for African American Writing       Register Now  -  Ms. Joy Jones  (trainer, performance poet, playwright and author of several books including Private Lessons: A Book of Meditations for Teachers; Tambourine Moon, which was selected as one of the best books for children by the black caucus of the ALA and seen on Fox TV’s hit show The Bernie Mac Show; Private Lessons:A Book of Meditations for Teachers (Andrews McMeel);Fearless Public Speaking (SparkNotes), Jayla Jumps In (Albert Whitman & Company, 2020 and Black Caucus of the American Library Association BCALA, 2020 Best of the Best Booklist); and Between Black Women: L