Stand Up Mobile (SUM) is committed to bringing the power of the Black vote to elections at all levels. SUM believes it is important that all people have their voices heard, especially those that are too often excluded from the political, economic, and social institutions that shape their lives.
Assata Hashi Ninak Aya (she/her) is a Black and Indigiqueer mama who is the Founding Executive Director of Savage Daughters, a sacred space united in opposition to historical labels of savagery that sought to silence us, forging a path towards a future where Black and Indigenous Women and Two Spirit are free to make our own informed wellness choices. She is a member of the Board of Directors for HEART, an organization creating a world where all Muslims are safe and exercise self determination over their reproductive lives in the communities we live, work, and pray. She most recently joined Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity (MASGD), as the Social Media Coordinator, empowering and connecting Queer and Trans Muslims.
Haran Schwall recently created 16 porcelain sculptures for Blackberry Farm Design, an extremely high end luxury resort in Maryville, TN. Harlan created a single porcelain bird feather with gold for each of their 16 Holly Glade suites. The birds are all indigenous to Tennessee area.
John began watercolor painting while traveling through Asia during graduate school. Transitioning from the forgiving chalk pastels as a primary medium took time and patience. This process resulted in John developing a loose and distinct style that he continues to refine. John has worn many hats in his work career, including being a nurse, designer, teacher, and ultimately a full time artist. He loves partnering with students of all ages as they explore and discover within the creative process. The greatest thing in the world is the freedom I feel as I paint. Free to explore, free to create, free to express.
Gouache fun with Maggie
Art Instruction for Adults and children in all mediums
