The Advocate

Earamichia Brown

50 x 30 inches

2019

ARTIST STATEMENT

An advocate is someone who fights for something or someone, especially someone who fights for the rights of others. Janaye Ingram is the definition of advocacy. Justice, equity, women’s rights, and activism are not only words, they are ways of life. These are ideals that must be fought for and they have found their ultimate fighter, Janaye Ingram. She currently serves as the Director of National Partnerships for Airbnb. Ingram also served as the Head of Logistics and a National Organizer with the Women’s March on Washington in addition to being a co-founder and board member of Women’s March, Inc.

MATERIALS

Cotton and satin fabric, thread

Digital drawing, photo editing, machine piecing, machine quilting