BIZZIE RUTH

Never thought I’d be having to write this so soon…but time is funny that way I guess. Dad, I love you so fucking much. You were my world, all of your daughters, we’re Daddy’s girls! Always and forever. Even when I was mad at you or you with me, the love was without fail. The long drives, coming to my rescue last minute, the gardening sessions🌱 you were my rock. Solid, sturdy. I already miss you. Your parking spot behind the house. The philosophical conversations. The millions of times the kids on my block and at work would ask you to rev your engine - they loved that car as much as you did. I’m gonna have to learn to drive now. And all of the sunsets we saw together — mean more than anything the world could ever offer. Give Xire, Grandma Wilson and Grandpa Wilson a long, strong, and loving hug for us all. I know you’re happy to see them again. I love you Dad, I love you. Rest easy - I look forward to seeing you in the next lifetime pops 🌞🫂🌱🕊️ 10/13/58-7/4/25

A moment with @keyzbelieveme 1/3 ——— taken back in January in collaboration with @soulforart who designed and styled the pieces✨ #portrait #photographer #blackwomenphotographers

This isn’t an open call - this is an invitation. I’ve been gone for a while, genuinely figuring out what I have to say and how to say it all. This is the beginning - a re-introduction into who I am and the stories that are most important to me. Finding Home is a multidisciplinary exhibition about longing for a place your body remembers but your mind may not. About the home you inherit and the home you build. Guided by Sankofa, Ubuntu and Ujima - we go back to go forward, together. We have some incredible artists confined and we’re just looking for a few more! Specifically seeking: Immigrant artists first and second generation artists of Caribbean, African and Asian descent Mixed media, textile, and sculpture artists If this is your story too — I want to hear from you. Email me [email protected] DEADLINE - SUNDAY MAY 3RD! The door is open 🚪 #opencall #invitation #artist #exhibition #culture

We met @bizzier_ in 2024, in the midst of planning E6: The Flower Shoppe. It was our first time working together, so yes, there were nerves, but from that very first brainstorm, there was trust.Not only is she our Scorpio sister, Bizzie is a powerhouse creative, and that was all we needed to know we wanted to support her in any way we could. This past Estrogina marked her third rendition of our portrait studio, and I knew she needed space, so we made it. Expanding this staple activation into our three-part experience set the stage for our diamonds to really show off. We’ve been loving seeing your posts. Bizzie, thank you for showing up ready to pour into us each year. Thank you for bringing your CT community to Boston, we hope we’ve been as hospitable to you all as you’ve been to us. Above all, thank you for your kinship, sister friend. Thank you THANK YOU to @sashimanphotography & @boyabeancreatives 💖💖📸 Photo link is up on our Linktree. Please tag and follow @bizzier_

I see you are searching for relief, for levity - a way to get out of this grief. Seeking a way to prosper constantly. I see you are looking for your light again, as if you have lost it somehow. But your light has not left you. Though at times it may feel as such… Light would never do such a thing as to leave the darkness — that is the whole point of its existence. To illuminate. Find your light my love, it’s right there. *yes I am still grieving, no this grief will not go away, I am just learning to grow around it, perhaps with it.* #frequency #blackwomenphotographers #water #poetry #feelbetternow

Somewhere in between the highs and the lows - I honestly couldn’t tell you where exactly on the spectrum I’m leaning closer to, but sharing my work i think helps. Some pictures I took last year of @dom.mclennon 🪐 old to me, new to you #oldtomenewtoyou #blackwomenphotographers #bts

I truly pray I get the opportunity to meet you again in some capacity in this lifetime And every lifetime moving forward I don’t want to know a life never having loved you These are photos I took of you sometime ago - I hope you like them🤎 I love you, and miss you every day. I want nothing more than to hold your hand again, to be in the passenger seat next to you riding into the sunset - but until then, I’ll just keep moving and watching the sky whenever I get the chance. #daddysgirl #loveyoudad #loveyoudaughter❤️

a little mess never hurt no one old to me, new to you photos of @feyerelotus working on one of her pieces for feel better now should i do second installment of feel better now?🧐 ~ at a point in my life where i am learning to lean into the mess of my emotions. to feel it all without hiding in a dimly lit corner. to wear it on my face, hear it in my voice with honesty and humility. rn i am a bit of a mess, maybe more than a bit…but i am cleaning up. #blackwomenphotographers #workinprogress #documentaryphotography #reflection

BLACK AMERICAN TEEN I have been wanting to do more documentary style work for some time now and took it upon myself to photograph my sister as she prepared for her first day of junior year of high school. Hope you all enjoy 🤎 #bigsister #littlesis #blackwomenphotographers

The Last Woman on The Moon 🌚 When her ship crashed onto the moon’s desolate surface, she felt the chill of absolute isolation. Days blurred into nights, and the vast silence became her only companion. In her solitude, she stumbled upon a shimmering obsidian crystal. It radiated a warmth that eased her fear, and with each touch, she was swept into the lives of those on Earth. The crystal’s allure became irresistible, a beacon in her loneliness. But soon, its power consumed her; she craved the visions, the highs and lows of humanity, like a drug. Withdrawals left her hollow, but she always returned to the crystal’s embrace. With time, she realized its power was a double-edged sword, offering both comfort and torment. Determined to break free, she crafted celestial armor from the crystals, turning her addiction into strength. With her newfound resolve, she prepared to face Earth, ready to protect and heal. This was the start of the revolution, the Gift that God had bestowed upon the World. Model/MUA/Story by @yemzface @celestial.armor - I look forward to working with you again and thank you @thelightgawd for allowing us to use your space 🤍 #celestial #blackobsidian #blackwomenphotographers #conceptualphotography

(A) RADIANT SOL💐🌞 Had the immense pleasure of photographing @soigneeee for her nu year - thank you bb for always trusting me with your vision! Lighting assist by @julianbphoto at his amazing studio @studio206.info ! Thank you for providing such a perfect space for photographers and creatives! And thank you @feyerelotus for coming through and helping out! We love you☺️🫶🏾🫂 Hope yall enjoy these as much as Terri and I do🫶🏾 Flowers courtesy of @traderjoes #blackwomenphotographers #portraitphotography #birthday #photoshoot #ct

She was born on 11/11 The first born daughter of a single mother She was birthed from a love so powerful it seemed like fire So she Became a star Something I’ve wanted to do for so long and always felt too afraid or just like it wasn’t the right time. There’s no timing like God’s timing though and last night I took it upon myself to take self portraits for the first time ever. My hair and story no longer locked up. My body cleansed of outdated emotions and beliefs. My soul purified and eternally grateful for this life I am to continue living and have been living. This year, I am taking a vow to put creativity at the forefront of everything I do, no longer allowing fear to be a deterrent but a reason to go forward. And more importantly, no longer allpwing the idea of who I “should” be and what I “should” be doing stop me from doing what moves me. At 25…I am very serious about being happy and feeling better, feeling good. At 25…I know that I want to spend the rest of my life creating, in community, in love, and in gratitude. There is so so much love in my life and I couldn’t be more thankful for the people, places and moments that have made this past year exactly what it was supposed to be. IYKYK!!! With love, I am pouring myself out into the world and choosing to evolve every moment of every day. Cheers to 25 🥂 PS - listen closely to this new song from @mereba it will be the soundtrack to this new era Also @topicals on the 👄🤭 #birthday #scorpio #selfportrait #blackwomenphotographers