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Here you can purchase some my art apparel. Simply click on the link and it will direct you to the site where you can make your purchases.

Thank you for your support!

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​J SPOT T-SHIRTS
Here you can find my t-shirts that I have designed. Each one made with a purpose for joy, advocacy and awareness. Click link below:
www.bonfire.com/store/j-spot/
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All artworks are 
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RAW PAW: Dreams Challenge
Dream, While I Build The World


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This image is inspired by capturing my child sleeping. As single mother I often have to sacrifice rest and sleep in order to maximize my productivity and I want to world build while they is sleeping and dreaming.

Some of the elements in this image come from branches of the Broken Windows theory and it goes even further with the theory of multicultural literature by  Rudine Sims Bishop.

Bishop he uses "Mirrors, Windows and Sliding Glass Doors" as an analogy to discuss the importance of diversity in books and the authors who write them. As an art educator and avid supporter of art and literacy initiatives this is very important concept for me and my work.


Bishop elaborates that we need books in which children can see reflections of themselves – but also look through and see other worlds. Learn more about Bishop's work by clicking the link below:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AAu58SNSyc

www.readingrockets.org/people-and-organizations/rudine-sims-bishop
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www.readingrockets.org/sites/default/files/migrated/Mirrors-Windows-and-Sliding-Glass-Doors.pdf


The doors and unicorns represent opportunity and imagination that can enhance a persons life. As my child sleeps I ponder about the world they will be in and how I can build a future for my child. The mirrors affirm that our reflection is the answer. To encourage my child to seek answers within. 

I am consistently challenging and sharpening my creativity and sales for this shirt and all my apparel support me directly. 

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You can pre-order this shirt by clicking the link below. Pre-orders end September 4th, however you will still be able to purchase after the pre-order date.
rawpaw.ink/products/dream-while-i-build-the-world-by-jihan-thomas-original-seed-expressions

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Title: Dream, While I Build The World Size: 5x7 Medium: White pastel, white colored pencil on Black paper Year: 2024
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