I have been drawing for as long as I can remember, but I really started focusing on improving my skills in Year 5. Drawing is something I find really relaxing, and it helps me think and clear my mind. For this piece, I chose to draw Aaliyah because she was an incredible R&B singer and actress with a beautiful voice and a unique style that really stood out. She became famous in the 90s with songs like “Try Again” and “Are You That Somebody.” Aaliyah was also in movies like Romeo Must Die, and she was loved not just for her talent but for her kind personality. Sadly, she passed away in a plane crash in 2001 at the age of 22, but her music and legacy continue to inspire people today. Aaliyah is a true Black icon, remembered for breaking barriers and shaping the music industry in a lasting way.

Daneshia – Year 9