Meet LeShawn Gamble of Renaissance 21 and Project L.O.V.E. - a podcast by Zakiya

Join us as we sit down with LeShawn Gamble. LeShawn Gamble is a community minded, US Army Veteran. He's currently a graduate student of psychology, sociology, and medicine at the University of Washington.
As LeShawn would put it, he's also a former casualty of the disproportionate policing and prosecution practices of the American judicial system. Instead of succumbing to such an experience, he's instead fusing his artistic abilities with his desire to see true change in under-served communities. He embodies his personal and professional mission to empower at-risk youth in the Greater Puget Sound area with Project L.O.V.E.
With a focus on social justice, LeShawn's art as well as his work center on a better future for communities of color.
Making Art
Renaissance 21 is a full spectrum art producer, from impressionist paintings to landscape, murals, mixed media, and portraits.
​Spreading Art
We also host paint parties ages 4+, ranging from birthdays to corporate events. We produce private parties at various locations throughout the Greater Puget Sound area and also host customized parties for special occasions at the locale of your choice.
Teaching Art
Project L.O.V.E. 
As a community, we must work together for change and social justice. Partnering with organizations, such as The Tacoma Urban League, we've been able to do amazing non-profit work in Pierce and King counties. Some of the biggest problems in our community come from joblessness, lack of opportunities, and a lack of hope. Our focus is social and economic equity through art, mentorship, education, and entrepreneurship.
Renaissance 21 hopes to be your go-to source for art, events, and youth services. We are an engine for change.
Bio referenced from: https://www.renaissancetwenty-one.com

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