Name: William Arie
Age: 18
Where are you from? Houston, Texas
When did you become interested in art? I became interested in art as a child; I've been drawing ever since I could hold a pencil
Who inspires you the most? Black people in general, but in particular, Black women inspire me the most. I grew up around my sisters, I connect with mothers; I just feel for and with Black women who love in a world where that love doesn't always reciprocate yet carry on with regal grace.
Where do you see your talents taking you in the future? I see my talents taking me everywhere in the future; anywhere I want to go. I feel like I should welcomed to any city or welcomed on any stage in due time. I want my influence to stretch out as far as possible; from the walls in your city to the music you hear, and the movies you see. I'll be there in due time.
If you could give advice to your younger self what would you say? I would tell my younger self "Everything I could want and need is already inside of me, just start working towards it at this moment. Don't wait! Someone needs you and will appreciate what you put out."
What has been your favorite piece to work on so far? My favorite piece I've worked on so far is "The Most Disrespected Person in Amerikkka." It's a marker and ink drawing of a crucified Black woman want I drew in November 2015. It was inspired by a Malcolm X quote of the same words. I love it because it's controversial and is, indeed, a conversation starter.
What's your creative process? My creative process involves going into solitude, desk, paper, pencil in hand, headphones in, press play on the music, sketch out the drawing. Getting the initial sketch down is the most tedious task. After that's done, apply marker and ink.
How can people view your art? People can view my art on my Instagram : @harlemenvogue
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