Inspiration: Rwanda Path to Peace Basket Collection

Rwanda Woman Weaving a Basket

Posted by Sherrie Thai of Shaire Productions.

As Christmas is coming, why not shop for good? The Rwanda Path to Peace Collection is available at Macy’s and several other small community centers.

After the 1994 genocide, Rwandan women found themselves with the task of rebuilding their lives and their country, as nearly 1 million of their countrymen were killed. The baskets offer nearly 4,000 female artisans the chance to attain a sustainable income through the project. The baskets run from $25 to $80. In its fifth year, the project is still growing. Check it out here

Photo: Bird of Prey, Feeding Frenzy

Bird of Prey

Bird of Prey, Feeding

Posted by Sherrie Thai of Shaire Productions.

I happened to be in the passenger’s seat of a moving car when I spotted this wonderful creature. I urged my brother to stop as the sight just made my day. It was so exciting to see this amazing creature (Falcon/Hawk? outside of a National Geographic magazine) with his meal so close, on the ground, and feeding! It seemed to have gobbled up the head of his victim, which I assume was a female pigeon or seagull. After a few moments, the bird tried hopping about–meal in-tow–creating a great spectacle.

Artwork: Kings of Cali Ad

Kings of Cali

Posted by Sherrie Thai of Shaire Productions.

Created this simple design for a hip-hop magazine. It promotes the Kings of Cali, a motorcycle club which sprang out of San Francisco with a strong sense of community and unity.

Free Photo Downloads: Christmas Tree

Green Christmas Tree with Ornaments

Christmas Tree Fake Snow

Posted by Sherrie Thai of Shaire Productions.

Here are some Christmas tree photos that could be used as backgrounds for both commercial and non-commercial/personal work. Simply click on the image and click on “All Sizes” to download various sizes. They are part of my Creative Commons library of free backgrounds. Enjoy!