Kameisha Williams is a multidimensional creative and the owner/CEO of The Sanctuary Beauty and Wellness, where beauty has no boundaries. Through her work, Mimi helps Spokane’s vibrant community look and feel like the best version of themselves—inside and out.

Beyond beauty, Mimi is a curator of community-centered experiences, from Movie Nights at the Garland Theater to imaginative events for children. A singer, organizer, and poet, Mimi brings her full creative expression to every space she enters.

At Art Saves, she will be blessing ears and spirits with the power of her poetry.

Current local artist , success mentor, activist, actor, model, and unique jewelry maker and repair, college graduate from Eastern Washington University. Here to spread a message of NVC to the people, Through the art of free speech and poetry.

Without a voice

SMOMW SEND ME ON MY WAY

“we the people “ gets replaced with "speaking for those that cannot speak for themselves “ You had a choice ? Let me explain How can we overcome? When we haven’t even begun ? It’s a climate crises of our conditioned mind to focus on selfish thought plots manufactured in self-destructive shops. We speak from an ethical emotional standpoint letting reason, and logic fall to the wayside, only when it directly affects us or our loved one’s indirectly is when we take action. As if we’re not human kind , let me remind that we all precede as humble human beings yes indeed We are walking biospheres of earth and human emotions combined into one vessel. Here on This planet we have the power to shape and move mountains with our words, sway nations with our stories it’s time we come together and put aside our differences in this circle of life.
Afaria (uh - far - ree- uh) duke Aka AJ the wordsmith

Twahan Simultaneous is a national competing slam poet and a former Spokane Poetry Slam Champion.

Twahan is a co-host of Spokane's longest ongoing weekly poetry event, Broken Mic. With an unparalleled flow destined to resonate with souls,

Twahan speaks on many social issues and intertwines them with a flurry of imagery. His poetry has featured at Terrain, The Spokane Arts Awards, PBS, 50 Hour Film Festival and many other platforms over the years.

A Spokane native, Michael is passionate about serving and creating opportunities to inspire, encourage, and motivate people to BE. Along with running his company, Bethely Entertainment, he is also the Co-Chair of the Inland Northwest Juneteenth Coalition; Board Member of Operation Healthy Family and SkyTree Recording Studios; Owner of the Lilac City Legends; and a producer for Community-Minded TV. He’s a Public Speaker, Lyricist, Poet, Entrepreneur, Businessman, Youth Mentor, Catalyst, Community Builder and Community Advocate.

Alethea Sharea Dumas is a vocalist, storyteller, and soul-driven artist whose love for music is as powerful as her passion for healing and self-discovery. Her voice is not just something she uses to sing—it’s how she breathes, how she processes the world, and how she connects to something bigger than herself. Whether she’s performing or simply humming to the rhythm of her day, music is the language she returns to again and again. Alethea’s journey began in Spokane, where she graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in 2012 before continuing on to Washington State University. There, she explored the intersections of identity, culture, and humanity—studies that deepened her understanding of the world we live in, her emotional awareness of self and helped shape her artistic voice. But beyond degrees and accomplishments, her true growth has come from embracing every version of herself—flawed, evolving, and radiant. Sunflowers are her favorite—bright, grounded, and always reaching for the light. Much like her voice, they symbolize resilience and joy. Alethea’s artistry is rooted in honesty and emotion, often weaving together themes of love, liberation, and healing. She sings not to perform, but to connect—to remind others (and herself) that they are not alone. Every note she sings is part of her journey toward wholeness. Every song, a step toward becoming.

T.S is one of the most revealing voices crafting gripping narratives that echo the struggles and triumphs of manhood, psychological warfare, and the black experience. Every track is a masterclass in wordplay, painting vivid pictures of ambition, and raw truth. Backed by eclectic productions, he delivers a soundtrack for those rewriting their legacy. This isn’t just music—it’s a movement.

Latrice Williams is a powerhouse entrepreneur and artist based in Spokane, Washington. She is the founder and managing broker of Vision Properties, where she’s helped over 170 families—especially first-time buyers and BIPOC households—become homeowners. Her work in housing equity earned her a seat on the governor’s Oversight Committee for the Covenant Homeownership Act.

Off the clock, Latrice is a soulful singer-songwriter known as The Latrice Experience. Her music blends neo-soul and storytelling, with performances featured on PBS and community stages across the region.

A proud Spokane native and mother of seven, Latrice leads with purpose—whether it’s through real estate, music, or community impact.

StudiosHanncel Sanchez is the founder, artist, and creative director of Hanncel Studio, an online art platform dedicated to uplifting immigrant voices through culturally inspired art, storytelling, and advocacy. With a background in graphic design, nonprofit leadership, and community advocacy, Hanncel brings a unique blend of artistic vision to her work.

Vanessa is the heart behind Salt & Lather Soaps, a brand born from healing and built for skin that's often overlooked. Her handcrafted bars blend nature, culture, and care to create inclusive skincare that sees you, serves you, and centers those too often left out of the beauty conversation.

"jasmine kazuko walks the path of expansion with deep reverence—for the wisdom of her ancestors, the resilience of the human spirit, and the power we each hold to return home to ourselves. Her journey has led her through many doorways: yoga, meditation, breathwork, earth medicine, somatic energy work, creative expression, and reiki. Each one has shaped her understanding of what it means to truly heal - to expand, not just as an individual but in connection with others.

Through Kazuko Wellness, jasmine believes that living and sharing this work is her greatest rebellion —guiding people back to the truth that they are their first and greatest healers. She believes healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken but about expanding into wholeness, reclaiming softness, and rediscovering the harmony that exists within.

Her work is deeply personal, honoring the legacy of her paternal grandmother and namesake, Kazuko Ajioka, whose wisdom flows through her. jasmine is trained in reiki, yoga, somatic energy work, and breath practices, but more than any certification, it’s lived experience, deep listening, and trust in the body’s innate intelligence that shape the way she holds space".

Elissa Ball (Hit the Deck Tarot) has been reading tarot since 2002. Born and raised in Yakima, Elissa is a poet, freelance writer, and comic who believes in the soul-strengthening power of the humanities (not AI) and the importance of goofing around. Her poetry practice and language arts studies inform her interpretations of the symbolic imagery at work in tarot, dreams, and psychic activity. She'd be honored to peer into the mystery with you and offer fresh perspectives, validation, and guidance while always respecting free will.