I'm TaKiyah, photographer, nonprofit founder, author, and storyteller. I create spaces that amplify underrepresented voices, ensuring they are seen, heard, and celebrated.

Where Art, Advocacy, and Purpose Meet

I’ve spent over a decade creating work that centers on girls of color and women, with my camera, my words, and the platforms I’ve built. From launching a movement in ballet to writing award-winning books to producing short films that uplift our stories, my work is grounded in joy, community, and care.

Whether behind the lens or behind the scenes, my mission is the same: to make space for stories that matter.

Photography

Brown Girls Do Ballet

Books