She is Brooklyn, NY born; Troy, NY raised. Liana'Kim is a self-taught artist who in her early teenage years discovered that art became a window for her to cope with anxiety and depression. In 2015, after obtaining an Associates Degree in applied science from The Art Institute of New York City with a major in Web Design and Interactive Media; Liana'Kim picked up a brush as a way of making extra money. Liana'Kim has since hosted art shows with The African American Cultural Center of the Capital Region(AACCCR) in Albany, NY and Troy Kitchen in Troy, NY. Liana'Kim also partners with Young Futures Inc. to produce art classes for children. Liana'kim is known for art that reflects the struggles and hardships of being an Afro-Latina in todays society and her art also touches on topics such as self-exploration, gender stereotypes, and woman empowerment.
Back to basics
I started out drawing characters as a child, which later transitioned to graffiti, after awhile I just drew what I saw. Over the years Ive sharpened my skills and they've transferred over to my paintings.
Customer appreciation
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No duplicates, Only original pieces
Every piece is special, tells a story of a time in the life or shares a message the world needs to know.
Storyteller
My favorite thing about being an artist is being a voice for the voiceless. Learning to be a voice without speaking has been a very empowering job.
Liana has supported Young Futures Inc. as an artist, creative instructor, consultant, and role model to the children we serve. Her understanding and comfortability of our children has made working with her so helpful, easy. Liana is not just an artist but a creator, understanding the community, her talents and how to serve.
James Mitchell, Founder of Young Futures Inc.
Working with TPP was a dope experience - Very passionate about her craft and makes masterpieces with limitless stories - Was a pleasure working with her. Looking forward to future events.
DJ Hollyw8d
Liana has been a long-time friend of mine. I have always felt like she was born to be an artist. Just watching her hone and develop her artistic skills through the years with my own eyes was and still is amazing. She isn’t just a talented painter, she is also an amazing spoken-word performer. My team and I at the African American Cultural Center for the Capital Region had the pleasure to work with Liana many times. Liana is one of many astonishing Black and Latino artists in the Capital Region that are spreading awareness of the importance of the arts in our community.
Jeff Bonilla, Property Manager for The AACCCR
Liana was amazing, she was professional, provided me with updates and gave me beautiful pieces in a timely manner for my new place. I love her work so much. Thank you!
Anna Pridgen, customer
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