Tawanna Shantelle

Graphic Designer, Educator, Author

United States

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07/10/2023
Hello Stress, It's Me... Again.

Stress is a Killer, yes I've said it before. It's believed that the cause of most health issues is stress. I had this "funny" little incident due to stress called Transient Global Amnesia. What's...

Medium
04/25/2024
The Artist Contribution

When you think of an artist, what comes to mind? Maybe some emotionally deep person with a paintbrush? Perhaps a music artist or another eccentric individual? Is that person rich? Respected? Dead...

Medium
06/19/2024
What's Your Name Again?

Watch the Shortened Video Version of this Blog Here Have you ever met anyone named Tawanna before? Well, Hello nice to meet you! I'm Tawanna and for a long time, I have searched for the meaning of my...

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07/10/2023
The Good News Jar

In 2015 our family started another tradition. The first was to go to the movies on New Year's because we really love going to the movies. The girls insist on going in their PJ onesies. The second was...

Beyond the Lens
11/28/2024
Breaking the Chains:

Breaking the Chains: Unlearning Generational Trauma and Embracing Healing in African American Families As I get older, I learn and unlearn-both have been life-changing. As a parent looking back on my own childhood, I realize how deeply I depended on my parents for knowledge, security, and love.

Beyond the Lens
09/11/2024
The Art of Connection

In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it's with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.

Beyond the Lens
07/20/2024
Gate Keepers

Looking up at the people on the Eiffel Tower. Them looking at you vs. You looking at them.Which do you prefer? Looking down at the people from the Eiffel Tower. I'm a people watcher so if you're looking at me, I might be looking at you lol. Humans are interesting.

Beyond the Lens
04/22/2024
Plant Therapy

ZZ Plant So one of my recent hobby developments has been taking care of house plants. I recall my mother having her own "jungle" back in the day. I used to dread helping her water and take care of her plants. Some of these plants were taller than I was.

Beyond the Lens
12/04/2023
I'm Not Ready Yet!

It's 12.3.23 and we aren't ready. No Christmas decor is up inside the house. I usually do 7 trees, Candy bar and a Hot Cocoa bar. So far we have the hot cocoa bar up. The lights are up ...