Author: Framed In Black
Framed In Black with April Ruiz
In this episode, we’re diving into the vibrant world of Dr. April Ruiz, the creative powerhouse behind Candy APEL Photography in Grand Rapids, Michigan. From her first Kodak camera to capturing milestone moments across...
Vaughan Stevens II…Grand Rapids, MI
From Grief to Greatness: How Vaughan Stevens II Is Documenting Black Life with Purpose By Doug D. Sims In Grand Rapids, Michigan, where grit meets creativity and culture often hides in plain sight, photographer...
Framed In Black with Kawan Moneek Mills
In this episode, we’re sitting down with the incredibly intentional and soulful photographer Kawan Moneek. Based in Grand Rapids, Kawan is known for more than just clean edits and bold color—her work is rooted...
Dr. April Ruiz…Grand Rapids, MI
Dr. April Ruiz Turns Memories Into Masterpieces With Candy APEL Photography By Doug D. Sims In a world increasingly oversaturated with fleeting moments, Dr. April Ruiz stands as a visual storyteller determined to make...
Kawan Mills…Grand Rapids, MI
Capturing Light, Capturing Purpose: The Photography Journey of Kawan Moneek By Doug D. Sims For Grand Rapids-based photographer Kawan Moneek, photography has always been about more than pictures—it’s about preserving legacy, telling truth, and...
