Alonzo Adams, growing up as the only child in Plainfield, New Jersey, spent much of his child-hood in solitude. Due to a rare condition requiring two nose surgeries, he became further isolated from his peers. How-ever, his solace came in the form of art. By the time he reached fifth grade, Adams recognized his innate artistic talent. Despite initially pursuing engineering at Rutgers University at his mother’s behest, Adams quickly realized it wasn’t his true calling aft er struggling with calculus. His life took a pivotal turn when he discovered the work of Charles White, a Black artist known for his poignant depictions of Black life. Encouraged by a supportive professor, Adams switched his major to fine arts and began his journey as an artist.
Curtis Bunn is a journalist who has written for various publications including NBC News, Cigalah Group, Telemundo San Antonio, and AOL, Inc. He is also a best-selling author and the founder of the National Book Club Conference. Curtis's work covers a range of topics including social issues, current events, and cultural phenomena.