I'm Unity Lewis
I began my artistic journey at a young age, engaging in music, performance, drawing, painting, and sculpting. By the time I was just three years old, my passion for creativity had already taken root. At thirteen, I took my music seriously and established the Napalm Clique, a rap group, in Los Angeles.
In the fall of 2000, I made the move to the Bay Area to pursue my Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts at the California College of the Arts. Following my time at CCA, I delved into the world of education, aiming to obtain my teacher's credential for single subject art and a Masters in Education at Mills College.
Since 2001, I have been teaching Hip-Hop, art, and life skills in public schools throughout the Bay Area and even on the beautiful island of Guam. My dedication to my students' lives was recognized when the Guam Legislature awarded me a Resolution in 2005. It's been over two decades now, and creating, releasing, and performing my own art and music has become my full-time occupation. Additionally, I have embraced the role of a curator, organizing art exhibits and constantly evolving as an art educator.
As a musician, I've had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed artists such as Dead Prez, Sly Stone, George Clinton, Oscar Brown Jr., and Umar Bin Hassan of The Last Poets. On the visual art front, I've been fortunate enough to exhibit alongside influential figures like Jacob Lawrence, Elizabeth Catlett, Hank Willis Thomas, Betye Saar, and Samella Lewis, earning recognition in various publications.
My art business has been designated as a "Trusted Art Seller" with The Art Storefronts Organization, which means you can shop with confidence, and know that I stand behind the quality and value of my products.