Rapper Nicki Minaj Rocks Natural Hair

-April D. Byrd


Hip- Hop femcee Nicki Minaj who rigorously refers and expresses herself as a "Barbie", posted photos to Instagram of herself sporting a more natural look.  The rapper who we see mainly wearing a rainbow of wig colors chose to go with a more dark color which most naturally reflects her own. 

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Speculators say she chose the transformation in honor of returning to a more classic, gritty sound for her work. Nicki's new Au Natural look, looks good on her. Hopefully it will be the beginning of more natural confidence and authentic love for the star. Whether it does or doesn't promote more self-love to her fans, being real is still a good look. No matter how "Black Swan-ish" she looks with the make-up, kudos to her for making the switch!

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What are your thoughts on Nicki's "New Do"?

Write What Is Sacred (Atlanta Testimonials)

The first "Write Was Is Sacred" workshop by Trey Anthony took place January 19th in Atlanta, Georgia. There was an out pour of excited writers who came out to participate, There were New and Old writers, Male and Female writers. The participants had all good things to say! The workshop was powerful! There was nothing but rave reviews and love for Trey Anthony's first workshop in the series. The "Write What Is Sacred" workshop will also be held in Canada.  To register for Toronto's write what is sacred, Feb 15th, Click Here, only 4 spots left!

"A few of the workshop attendees writing exercises"

Here is what some of  the Workshop attendees had to say:

"we learned from the best today. Trey is an amazing writing coach. Her workshop was instructive, constructive & affirming. She helped us dig deep, yet made it safe for us to do so." ~Kathryn Sharon

"I attended the workshop on Sunday and it was absolutely a great experience. I learned so much and I am inspired to begin writing. I woke up this morning and said "I am a writer." ~Fatima Goodman

"Wow! I was blessed to take part in the "She writes what is sacred" workshop. I was reminded again of the healing power writing has especially when we tell stories from the gut. Thank you beloved Trey Anthony for designing and facilitating this transformative space." ~Helen Yohannes

"Trey Anthony teaching and facilitating in Atlanta."

"Today's workshop truly was about writing what was sacred in every sense of the word. It covered so many aspects of just living, the human experience. I was seriously empowered as a creative being, better yet a FORCE! Character development really helps you to have compassion for other people, even the people who may have hurt you. The writing what is sacred was also in a sense of bringing out your best work, through your best self. The exercises and activities were DEEP! I'm so looking forward to the next one!" ~April D. Byrd

"Trey Anthony thank u for such an in-depth writing workshop today. It reiterated how much I love and miss writing. I look forward to the next one. Healing work through words." ~Arline Leonce


Only 4 spots now left for the Canada Workshop !!!! Registration closing feb 5th. Get Tickets here:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/write-what-is-sacred-canada-creative-writing-boot-camp-tickets-10060012769

Exclusive Writer's Workshop With Trey Anthony

Wanna be a Great Writer? This is year to do it! With an Award Winning,  Recognized World-wide Writer, Producer, and Artist. Trey Anthony is a Four Time NAACP Award-Winning Writer, Huffington Post Contributor, and creator of 'Da Kink In My Hair' Series. She's hosting exclusive Writer's Workshops in the U.S. and Canada.The first workshop of the series "She Writes What Is Sacred: Part 1" kicks off in Atlanta on Sunday January, 19th. The Workshop/ Writer's Boot Camp is for Writers on any level. 

The Producer is offering fellow Writers, Creatives, and aspiring Artists a chance to a chance to see how it all works and opportunities to explore relevant, unanswered truths about the creative writing process. Beyond creative development, Writers will discuss questions such as:

• WHAT THINGS IN MY LIFE DO I CHOOSE TO WRITE ABOUT?
• HOW DO I MERGE REALITY WITH FICTION?
• HOW DO YOU USE "REAL" PEOPLE TO CREATE DYNAMIC
• FICTIONAL CHARACTERS?
• IF IT DIDN'T REALLY HAPPEN TO "ME" CAN I WRITE ABOUT IT?
• HOW DO I WRITE THROUGH THE PAIN?
• HOW DO TO WRITE THROUGH FEAR?
• HOW CAN MY WRITING HEAL MYSELF AND OTHERS?

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In the group writing workshop, Trey takes writers on a journey of self exploration and how to write their Vision and Truth.  The Event will be held at Sister Love, Inc. on Ralph David Abernathy, Blvd.

For tickets and more info visit: shewrites.brownpapertickets.com/

A Farewell To Writer Amiri Baraka

Poet, Writer, and Activist Amiri Baraka was born Everett LeRoi Jones in 1934 in Newark, New Jersey. Baraka who was an ardent figure in the Black Renaissance of Art and Culture in Harlem was noted with the likes of Zora Neale Hurston, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Langston Hughes, Richard Wright and others as one of the eight figures who have significantly affected the course of African-American literary culture. 

As a Writer and Poet, Baraka was praised for speaking out against oppression and injustice. By the early 1970's Amiri Baraka was recognized as an influential Writer in America, influencing writers such as Nikki Giovanni and Don L. Lee. Arnold Rampersad wrote of Amiri Baraka in the American Book Review that  “More than any other black poet . . . he taught younger black poets of the generation past how to respond poetically to their lived experience, rather than to depend as artists on embalmed reputations and outmoded rhetorical strategies derived from a culture often substantially different from their own.

Baraka wrote and published poems, essays, and works of non-fiction.  He was most famously noted for "Blues People" which was an in-depth history of music from the time of slavery throughout the various incarnations of blues and jazz, with integrated social commentary. Baraka became the second Poet Laureate of New Jersey in 2002 and 2003.

Amiri Baraka contributed greatly, perhaps understanding the sacredness and gift of writing... along with the power of having a voice. We salute his life, works, and contributions with thanks. The craft of writing will continually be developed in excellence. With the upcoming Writer's Workshop, the plan is to give strength to voices and keep the power and progress alive. A Special Farewell and thank you to Mr. Baraka. Rest In Peace.

The first creative writing workshop and boot camp will be held in Atlanta, Georgia. Tickets can be purchased at shewrites.brownpapertickets.com/

Monday Motivation: Stop thinking about it. Stop Talking about it. Act on it NOW!

Happy New Year! This Is the First Vlog for the New Year, with Many more exciting things to be announced. Start Now to take action and make 2014 your best year yet! Start acting on your dreams!





The First Workshop will be Held in Atlanta, Ga.

You Want to Participate in a Kinky Love Revolution? 2 Easy Steps!

Family, we are starting a Kinky Love revolution!

Something kinky's coming to Atlanta! The award-winning production 'da Kink in my hair by trey anthony will run Sept. 6-8 at the Cobb Energy Center, and you do not want to miss this show!( Featuring Grammy award winning Melanie Fiona and actress Terri J Vaughn from the Steve Harvey Show)

To help us spread some black girl love and have packed houses for 'da Kink in Atlanta!

1) Please watch and copy and paste this link bit.ly/dakinkinlove to your facebook page.

2) And or retweet on twitter at 
     http://clicktotweet.com/fHm8t

 Ticket sales kick off June 11th.  

The revolution starts with self love! 

Much love 

trey.

Started from the bottom and now we're here!!!

The 12 hour work days have begun! We are in full production mode for 'da Kink. Wow, things are moving full speed ahead for 'da Kink in Atlanta, so excited! Auditions happening next week, so folks come on out and spread the word! Looking to discover new and amazing talent.

Also my first Atlanta radio interview happening Saturday morning  at 8:30am for 15 min. People can listen on the radio at 1100 am. Or online @ www.abnlive.net. Folks please tune in, will be giving away tickets! 

Make sure to check this blog Monday when our first video drops!!! It's going to be epic!!!

Canadian folks I still need your help to spread 'da Kink word and Atlanta folks lets get this show sold out!!!