Multi-hyphenate creatives Sophie Rodriguez, George Ward and Alfield Reeves get together to chat about the arts, culture & their lives as creatives.
Originally from Liberia, West Africa, Alfield Reeves is a self-taught award-winning freelance editorial and portrait photographer based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He specializes in creating work that encourages self-reflection and expression, promotes equitable action and showcases the identity and culture of black & brown people. His images are warm, quiet and bold. They bridge traditional divides between photojournalism, portraiture and fashion.
Born & raised in Grand Rapids, George Ward is a multi-hyphenate creative. His artistic expressions covers Writing, Motivational Speaking, Directing, Acting and Photography. He is also one of the co-host of the GOATs podcast.
George has acted in local theatre shows like, “Clybourne Park,” starred in nationally televised commercials for Baker College as well written, directed, acted & produced the short films “Do Over” & “The Miseducation of Adulting”.
He also had a YouTube series entitled “A Moment of Clarity” where he shared motivational & inspirational words of wisdom on faith, life and overcoming hardships.
George use his creative mediums to share about the importance of mental health, how it can impact creatives and how an individual’s platform/influence can help others.
Michigan native artist, Sophie Rodriguez, has been experimenting with multimedia for several years. Originally beginning with photography then finding a balance primarily between the world of painting and modeling. Initially, seen as an opportunity to challenge the boundaries of her talent and passions-these endeavors have brought new experiences and continue to open many pathways to nurture new mediums and ideas.
Dave Benoit The CEO of MadEthnic & The Creative Director of Grand Rapids Media & Film Incubator is a Haitian American Digital artist, Filmmaker, and breakdancer whose passion for creative freedom and community is a unwavering compass for his work.
Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Mary Partee is a creative individual with a wide range of interests. She is a ministry leader for youth and a self-taught photographer. Mary is passionate about apologetics and expresses a lot of her creativity through dance. In addition to her diverse pursuits, she finds joy in soccer, travel, and spending time with friends.