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Through the Eyes of NiSi- Episode 6: Topshelf ARTistry by NiSi

How it started vs. how it’s going…

Mr. Voight’s art class- Keefe Ave. Elementary school

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I have always been creative, mostly in singing and acting as a child, more talents showed up as I matured. I believe this was one of my first drawings I did that looked like something. I was in Mr. Voight’s class in elementary school, I also did a drawing of DeLeon Richards- Sheffield. She was one of my favorite singers when I was younger, it was great seeing someone as young as me with a record contract. I believe I sent it to her as well, sorry couldn’t find any old photos. My brother was the artist in the family so I stayed to the singing and acting most times. Just like now, I paint when I feel led to; I can’t paint just because.

Betty Boop drawn 12/14/02

I dibbled and dabbled throughout the years, this Betty Boop was drawn on a break from college I think, you know thats been about 20 years ago so I can’t remember. However my mother is a huge fan of Betty Boop. The crazy thing is my mother still has this drawing and the self portrait.

I stayed away from art until my besties, Amie and Betty celebrated my birthday with a sip and paint with Victorious Visions in 2018.

My first 3 paintings at the start of being furloughed due to COVID-19

In June 2019, my sister came to visit me in NC and we decided to do a Sip & Paint with my son. We pulled up a YouTube video, laid out some newspapers and painted (my paining is in the middle). I was furloughed in March 2019 due to COVID-19, so I had nothing but time and space. I decided to get some paint and canvases and pull up YouTube University and painted the 2 other paintings you see above. From there, people started asking me how much and I had to figure it out. With so much stuff going on in the world, I definitely had inspiration, so paintings that came after were geared towards #BlackLivesMatter. The more I practiced; the more I began to try new things.

One of my paintings caught the eye of Sarah Norman all the way in New York. She reached out to me and requested a particular painting or one similar. Sarah was a very integral part in Topshelf ARTistry by NiSi leveling up and realizing my worth. She purchased 2 new paintings and featured them on her show, as well as through her social media platforms. Since May 2020, I have painted over 20 paintings and still going… and still learning. My most recent painting is entitled, “Say His Name.”

Here’s a sneak peek:

Click the links below to stay connected to these businesses and artists:

Faith Fitz You, LLC– Official clothing brand launched January 1, 2022

Topshelf ARTistry by NiSi

Arty Party by Victorious Visions

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DeLeon Richards-Sheffield

Sarah Norman: below is a small clip where my work is featured

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NEXT SHOW – JANUARY 12TH AT 10AM EST– www.WDRBMedia.com

Make sure you check in next week when we discuss New Year Resolutions, Manifestations and Vision Boards.

Interested in free advertising or being a guest on the show? 

Feel free to email me at: info@NiSisEyes.com with the subject: Through the Eyes of NiSi radio show

Always with a Brush,

NiSi

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Through the Eyes of NiSi- Episode 5: Artist Spotlight- The Soul of L.I.V.

Liv Warfield

“L.I.V. talks from her soul…,” I heard these words in one of the first songs I heard from Liv Warfield. It was a live version of the song “Brotha Man.” This amazingly talented woman definitely told the truth and is most definitely one of my favorite artists.

About Liv: “A former track star and gymnast, Peoria, Illinois-born Liv Warfield began building her legend, in of all places, Portland, Oregon. Despite having no formal background in singing, she gained the respect of local superstars and became an icon in her own right.

While she takes cues from musical influences like Nina Simone, Etta James, Sade, Tina Turner, and Mary J. Blige, Warfield has carved out a style all her own, which can best be described as “alternative soul with a lil bit of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” In 2006, she self-released her debut album “Embrace Me.” By 2009, she caught the eye of the one-and-only Prince and ultimately joined his group the “New Power Generation.”

 After touring for several years and soaking up as much knowledge as she could from the ultimate music mentor, Warfield made her big splash on the national scene in 2014, first as a featured artist for Vh1’s “You Oughta Know” campaign, and then with the release of her major label debut album “The Unexpected,” which was executive produced by Prince. What followed were show-stopping performances on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “The Late Show with David Letterman,” and “The Arsenio Hall Show;” a 2014 Soul Train Music Award and nominations for two others; a BET Best New Artist Award nomination; an interview with National Public Radio; and high-profile cosigns from Lionel Richie, Cindy Lauper, and Nancy Wilson of HEART. That same year, Warfield’s performance closing out Essence Fest was hailed as one of the most memorable after shows at the New Orleans House of Blues. In 2015, the accolades only kept growing, with Warfield and the NPG Hornz being named one of the top 10 bands to see at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. It’s no wonder she has left celebrities like Letterman declaring it’s time to “cancel show business!” ~from Liv’s website

I don’t remember the day, nor the hour but I was watching The Arsenio Hall Show and the musical guest was Liv Warfield backed by Prince’s New Power Generation and her soulful background singers singing, “Stay (Soul Lifted).” From that day forward, I have been hooked.

Where it all began…

It’s something about live instrumentation and stage presence… its something about Liv leaving it all on the stage; not caring if her hair is messed up or if she’s making faces- she is providing you with an experience. It’s Liv being her authentic self in her live Instagram videos for Whiskey Wednesdays or allowing us to take a peek inside her experiences, breathtaking views, or simply just living in the moment when the music overflows from her soul.

The amazing thing about having my own radio show, is having the ability to introduce the world to music that I love; to the amazing musicians that I’ve encountered whether in person or through their gifts.

New video: #TOYLAND By Ray Angry feat. Questlove, Black Thought, Marcus King, Pino Palladino & Liv Warfield

Click the links below to stay connected to these businesses and artists:

Faith Fitz You, LLC– Official clothing brand (website will go live) launch January 1, 2022

Marcus Anderson’s Instagram page

Adrian Crutchfield’s Instagram page

Shelby J’s Instagram page

Liv Warfield website– Music, show information, etc.

Be sure to leave your comments and any feedback in the comment section below.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2022 LOADING…

NEXT SHOW – JANUARY 5TH AT 10AM EST– www.WDRBMedia.com

Make sure you check in next week when we discuss Topshelf ARTistry by NiSi- how it started vs. how it going?

Interested in free advertising or being a guest on the show? 

Feel free to email me at: info@NiSisEyes.com with the subject: Through the Eyes of NiSi radio show

Always with a Brush,

NiSi

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Through the Eyes of NiSi: Episode 2-Say Thank You (continued)

Lets continue the discussion…

Blu by Topshelf ARTistry by NiSi- https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/2-denise-lee

If you tuned in today, we discussed a little more about me and shouted out some more amazing people who were a part of this journey.

Where are my Bennett Belles and A&T Aggies? Represent below.

SUPPORT!

I wanted to be sure to provide you a link to “It Takes A Village 1&2.” The first one is on Amazon Prime, if you’re interested in more films from Save the Arts films and Flowerchild Productions; let me know.

Flowerchild Productions: https://www.flowerchildlife.com

Save the Arts Films: http://www.savetheartsfilms.com

Elizabeth Ashley & Co.: https://www.elizabethashleyco.com

NEXT SHOW- DECEMBER 15TH AT 10AM EST– www.WDRBMedia.com

Make sure you check in next week when we discuss being a full figured model and Makeup Artist.

Interested in free advertising or being a guest on the show?

Feel free to email me at: info@NiSisEyes.com with the subject: Through the Eyes of NiSi radio show

Photography by Scott Hart of Memory Lane Productions 101 LLC- https://www.facebook.com/MLP101
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Through the Eyes of NiSi: Episode 1-Say Thank You

The Brown Family (From left to right: Nick, Mom, Tina, Dad, NiSi)

DID YOU MISS THE 1ST SHOW?!?!?! Whether you were there for it or catching up here, thank you so much for being apart of my journey. Ya girl had no idea that I’d be going to radio but here we are. Here is where we can continue the conversation. Ask questions, provide feedback, network and connect.

Let’s Recap!

So, on Episode 1, I left my screen door open a little bit to help you get to know me and to also say thank you to who has been apart of my journey thus far.

I was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (yes there are black people there). My family is my everything! You’ll learn more about them as you get to know me. In case you know somebody that might know somebody; I went to Keefe Ave, Samuel Morse Middle, Rufus King, and Milwaukee School of Entrepreneurship. I grew up dancing with Deva Houston and Ko-Thi Dance Company, I was involved in community theatre, singing and ushering in church, modeling in department store fashion shows. My parents put me in summer programs to expose me to different occupations and career paths. I was always doing something (not much has changed now) but that opened my eyes to the possibilities.

On the show, we talked about poetry and how I got my start with Haiku’s in school. In elementary school, the first poem I learned was ‘Hey Black Child” by Useni Eugene Perkins. Eventually I got the chance to hear poetry at The Mecca, Still Waters Collective on the mic… I listened to Jessica Care Moore on Apollo and was mesmerized. I sat and listened to Sonia Sanchez while at Bennett College. After putting it down for a while, Lyrics and Love brought my joy of poetry back to the forefront.

Share your Haiku in the comments.

Remember:

First line is 5 syllables, Second Line- 7 syllables, Third Line- 5 syllables.

Here’s a quick one:

Listen to me now

Broadcasting my life’s journey

Through my eyes, NiSi

OPEN MICS (VIRTUAL AND IN PERSON). Copy the links to find out more information:

Open Mic at the Tavern– Hosted by Shante Renee: Tuesdays @ 8pm EST(Greensboro, NC)- https://www.facebook.com/100000926207755/videos/1215161338968666/

Sayword– Wednesdays @ 8pm EST(Haze Bar & Lounge; Charlotte, NC)

Lyrics & Love Tuesday Greensboro Elm Street Lounge. Hosted by IzReal the Poet @ 8pm EST (Greensboro, NC)- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lyrics-love-tuesday-greensboro-elm-street-lounge-tickets-220332690007

2TeamEnt SAY IT(Live and on IG)- Wednesdays @ 9pm EST- https://www.instagram.com/p/CWXAR5oMSCD/

Deja Vu Open Mic and Spokenword (Instagram)- Thursdays 8pm MST/ Saturdays at 7pm MST- https://www.instagram.com/dejavuopenmicandspokenword/

Lyrics & Love – Wednesdays @ 7pm EST(Section at Recess; Charlotte, NC)- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lyrics-love-wednesday-section-nicki-minaj-vs-cardi-b-edition-tickets-221964209927

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8TH AT 10AM EST- EPISODE 2- SAY THANK YOU CONTINUED

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