Love this!
Double meaning.
“Art washes away from the soul the dust every day life.” – Picasso
Art by Shawn West.
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Society gets people so messed up in many ways, especially now with the flip side of the positives that can come from social media and the media in general.
Not that I’m a shamen in any way – but sometimes it’s good to know we can all in some way potentially inspire another human being in a positive way. Don’t compare yourself to anyone- love yourself. Many will doubt you – just don’t let the doubter be “you” and don’t try to live someone else’s life.
This is what I shared on my platforms today.
“Be who you are- but know that it will change as you grow through life, don’t be afraid of that – your essence should always remain though no matter the changes of styles, age, and era.I always see “me” – always see “you” –No matter what your profession there will always be forces to try to move you away from you – hold on to yourself.” – Jody Watley – Wattage ⚡️
Image via Instagram/jodywatleystyle and Jody Watley.
1993 A modern day Mona Lisa – Exclusively from Jody Watley’s archives – An unpublished Polaroid of Jody Watley taken for US Weekly photographed by Jon Ragel, hair by Jody Watley, make up by Collier Strong, styling by Jody Watley and Jeannine Braden. @jodywatley @usweekly @jonragel @collierstrong @jeanninebradenla
As much as possible, despite any challenges you may encounter and what you allow and put out into daily living.
“Be like the flowers,
Bloom in the strength of your unknown power.” – Langston Hughes
Jody Watley flower art by Shawn West. 🌸🌺🌾🌻❤️
“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but the seeds you plant.”
Photography and Classic Jody Watley Image :
1989 Jody Watley wears Norma Kamali, Bill Mio swimsuit – photography by Victoria Pearson Cameron, styling by Jody Watley, hair by James Gibson, make up by Paul Starr. Reposting image via jodywatleystyle/Instagram- a must follow curated page devoted to my style and influence. Eternally grateful for those who support and appreciate my work – music and style through the years and ongoing!
It may be very difficult at times – but keep your head up and give nourishment to your spirit.
Take care of yourself!
A timeless image from 1987, from my monumental solo debut. Photography: Victoria Pearson
There is beauty in simplicity. Follow your dreams, and be yourself no matter what others think or say. Keep moving forward and applying life’s lessons to your journey,