ICONS-IN-CLASS

‘I want to keep inspiring people all over the world’ Las Vegas Black Image is thrilled to return Icons-in-Class — a celebration of our children in their own voices, showcasing their positive pursuits — to the pages of the magazine. We were inspired by a Facebook post by Shannon Toston Brown:  “Children are so creative and […]

PEACE: Stay in the moment

Life moves so fast and sometimes we are eager to keep up or race past it. When our stride moves at a fast pace, we leave something behind or forgotten in our souls. Those forgotten moments are precious for our peace, when time stands still and you can notice the springtime hummingbird buzzing at the […]

PEACE: Refusing to respond to the ‘Gaze’

Toni Morrison often spoke about the “white gaze,” and how many Black people live to satisfy the invisible approval of the majority — even doing so unconsciously in order to be accepted and assimilated within society. She explained how people need to live in such a way that the voice of any oppressor is silent […]

PHOTOS OF THE MONTH – FEBRUARY 2021

PHOTOS OF THE MONTH – FEBRUARY 2019

PEACE: The One Constant

Life is ever changing. In the midst of it all, there is peace in becoming one with yourself — because at the end, you only have you. We are the sum of our experiences and the people who surround us. Our history marks the path we travel, and it is important to know ourselves in […]

PEACE: Continuing the Legacy

So many are passing on before us. Those who paved the way for us to stand firm and continue the good fight for positive change. Yes, someone was there before — whether you know or not. But you best believe someone was there making the imprint so that you might be able to develop your […]

PEACE: The control we set free

Society often demands that we stay in control given the positions we maintain. The consistent discipline that the world depends on is itself dependent upon our ability to assimilate and regulate our comfort. But sometimes the universe demands that we stop and release. Let go — and trust the motion of the earth to turn […]

PEACE: Personality feeds the soul

Once, while I was listening to Oprah Winfrey, she dispensed one of the nuggets of wisdom that has placed her among the iconic voices of our time: “Use your personality to feed your soul.” It is sage advice on how to connect to our true destiny. In our day-to-day search for meaning and direction toward […]

Cardi B’s 28th “Arabian Nights” themed birthday celebration

Cardi B’s 28th “Arabian Nights” themed birthday celebration that took place over the weekend with her nearest and dearest at Vegas’ Area 51. Dose of Roses, Beverly Hills-based luxury floral lifestyle brand set the scene for Cardi’s celebration fit for a Libra with custom rose bouquets made up of 10K fuchsia, gold, pink and purple roses as the […]

PEACE: Find the courage within

We have all been met with challenges and disappointment, and the storm sometimes arrives when we least expect it. But we know it’s coming, and the intense anticipation of negative circumstances builds anxiety and fear of the unknown. I know because it happened to me. And when the fear became overwhelming, I remembered the words […]

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