EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 29 MIN
Nikkolas Smith, NYT and USA bestselling author and illustrator returns to discuss his latest book and future projects
from Creative Peacemeal · host Tammy Takaishi
Send a textI am delighted to have my friend, the talented Nikkolas Smith back on the show! Nikkolas is the illustrator of the #1 NYT Bestselller The 1619 Project: Born on the Water,I Am Ruby Bridges, Black Panther Wakanda Forever: The Courage To Dream, CaptainAmerica: A Hero Looks Like You, the award winning That Flag, and the upcoming AChange is Gonna Come. His latest picture book The History of We is his first handpainted picture book. As a Black illustrator, Nikkolas is focused on creating captivatingart that can spark important conversations in today's world and inspire meaningfulchange towards social justice and equity. Many of his viral and globally publishedsketches are included in his book Sunday Sketch: The Art of Nikkolas. Known for hisartistic depictions of marginalized voices, Nikkolas speaks and leads workshops onartivism at conferences and schools around the world. His passion for social justice intohis unique portfolio of art, that span from digital to acrylic, has made him one of themost recognized talents of our time. Born in Houston, Texas, Nikkolas lives in LosAngeles, California with his family.Promo of The History of WeCover Reveal The History of We (Cover of the Book is inside this folder) Behind the Creative Process The History of WePenguin Link: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721499/the-history-of-we-by-nikkolas-smith/Creator/Host: Tammy TakaishiAudio Engineer: Alex Repetti Support the showVisit www.creativepeacemeal.com to leave a review, fan voicemail, and more!Insta @creative_peacemeal_podcastFB @creativepeacemealpodRedbubble CPPodcast.redbubble.comCreative Peacemeal READING list here Donate to AhHa!Broadway here! Donate to New Normal Rep here! Interested in the Self-Care Institute with Dr. Ami Kunimura? Click here Interested in Corrie Legge's content planner? Click here to order!
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Send a text I am delighted to have my friend, the talented Nikkolas Smith back on the show! Nikkolas is the illustrator of the #1 NYT Bestselller The 1619 Project: Born on the Water, I Am Ruby Bridges, Black Panther Wakanda Forever: The Courage To Dream, Captain America: A Hero Looks Like You, the award winning That Flag, and the upcoming A Change is Gonna Come. His latest picture book The History of We is his first hand painted picture book. As a Black illustrator, Nikkolas is focused on cre...
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