“I don’t know about tomorrow because God is Today.” – earthSista Nubién Open and free-spirted, Nubién is sassy, feisty and playful in front of the camera and she is not much different when she is up-close and personal. Nubién is that upbeat, uniquely determined Urbanista who ‘loves life despite all the obstacles that come her way.’ She will tell you without hesitation that she has no time for those who have no time for her and as you get to know her you quickly realize that she is simply a woman seeking to have and share happiness. The young student’s heart...

Her earthSista name is Aya… The symbol on the right is the Adinkra Art symbol for Aya. Originally from Ghana, West Africa and its represented by the plant, the “Fern.” It means one who has endured much, is resourceful, and has overcome many adversities and obstacles in their life. The earthSista wears her name well. She ” is ‘One Who Sees the Light of Divine Order’…an ever-unfolding and ever-evolving life journey of mine, I give thanks to the Creator!” Aya says she is passionate, loyal and honest. The beautiful free-spirit is natural and down-to-earth. She calls...

Impulsive and vibrant, her upbeat manner is positively infectious. RaeOfLite is ALWAYS smiling and laughing. This adventurous sista is never afraid to try new things and share ideas. She seeks the unusual and grabs onto the unconventional. She searches for truths in the nooks and crevices of those dark little places that most might find to disturbing to explore. She thinks weird is cool and commonality is lame. And when it comes to those dark spaces, its always good to have RaeOfLite by your side. 1. How would you describe your personality/outlook on life? I am mostly calm, but I can be vibrant...

Rambunctious and lively, earthSista AlleyCat is not just the life of the party, she is the passion. Giving, loving and a truly good spirit, the soldier poet’s zest for life is infectious. Thoughtful and unpretentious, the earthSista is an ocean of urban grace. Creative and open, AlleyCat shares her joys and pains through verses that leave you moved and inspired. Her spirit has taken her all over the world and her heart always brings her home. And she brings that wealth of experience and wisdom in the works she shares. earthSista. earthMother. Queen. AlleyCat is truly the woman you step UP...

GreenRose is a Lady…21st Century-style. Vivacious and funny, she carries herself proudly without taking herself too seriously. She is focused and real in what she seeks and expects out of life. And she LIVES LIFE! She not the type to waste time on regrets and drama. GreenRose values the lessons of relationships and spares nothing in her reverence for God. A day with her is a day spent appreciating the miracles of moments. In the midst of a hot afternoon she and her best friend, FlowerChild created a second Nature Stroll image set together. Prior to the shoot she answered a few questions. ...

Chadoe observes. She never struck me as shy or quiet but she does like to hang back and watch others do what they do. She learns that way. She is curious that way. And even though she likes to step back and wait for you to reveal yourself she still draws attention. She can’t help it. Chadoe stands statuesque and yet carries herself coyly. She cannot walk into a room without turning heads and creating whispers. Her beauty striking and her eyes are piercing. She hungers for opportunity and searches for truth. Chadoe is studious and opinionated, yet open. She is simply an intelligent young black...

Sassy, moody, talkative. She is that sista that makes the scene and leaves an impression. MoreEssence will get in you face and engage you. Upbeat and full of  ‘tude, she is that earthMother who watches out for her own. MoreEssence makes her own way and commands proper respect. This earthMother is a loving soul who has had her share of difficulty and pain; difficulties that leave those little nicks and cuts on your spirit. But when you see her, you see a woman enjoying life, exploring self and building a bright future for herself and her loved ones. She is a lioness with vision. And she’s that...

The RenegadeBarbie doesn’t just march to the beat of her own drum, she BUILT the damn drum! She continues to build it. She defines the rules that will be the guiding posts for her own visions. Fiercely charismatic and creatively passionate, RenegadeBarbie is expressive and uninhibited. Her style is provocative, raw and full of swagger. Because her unique “in your face” style and her figurative adornments of tattoos and piercings RenegadeBarbie is coveted by SuicideGirls and Blacquewidowdolls as well. Yet as radical as she appears, she is still a loving mother, an adoring lover,...

Quite by nature but never shy. Open-minded, friendly, humble and innately artistic are all attributes that describe Ryka, a petite EarthSista with an upbeat edge. Because she is coy and gracious, it can take a moment for her to share but its worth the wait. Self-driven and adventurous, Ryka’s love of writing and painting along with fashion design and photography are aspects that indicate that she marches to the beat of her own drum. Surrounded by a positive and loving family environment, she was nurtured to be an independent go-getter who is not afraid to be caring and loving. Ryka is also a...

Kirei Na means beautiful in Japanese. And like the EarthSista that bears the name, the word is poignant and graceful. And you would think she is quiet but she is not. Kirei Na is quite open once she lets you in and very warm. She is, also, a woman who (almost inadvertently) owns a room when she walks in. She is tiny but statuesque. Almost regal in her stance you’d never assume she was shy; reserved, maybe. Kirei Na exhibits a humble grace and a down home spirit. And she seems to be as comfortable in a country setting as she would be in an urban landscape. Kirei Na embraces family and God as her...

Beauty heard about the Garden, purely by chance. She was interested immediately. A very real and down to earth sista, Beauty simply lives life to the fullest as she searches for her place in. She is a woman always on the move as she explores various venues for her own creativity, while providing support for the creative endeavors of those closest to her. Beauty loves being in front of the camera and she eagerly seeks the opportunity to create provocative and striking images as you can tell from he recent captures in the sun. As soon as can fit it into her busy schedule, Beauty will create a new...

Hershey is an EarthSista on the move. Young, vibrant, and natural, this beautiful flower is a med student with a serious passion for dance and theater. Her affinity for perfomance grew out of her love for fashion and glamour. Today, she still dreams of owning a her own fashion boutique as well as a performance studio. This woman is doing everything she can to have it all. It is no doubt that with her ambition and energy, Hershey will be successful in whatever she decides to do. Although she is quite busy, Hershey loves her family and makes time whenever she can. Hershey also wants you all to know...