02/25/2026
I had an amazing opportunity and privilege of designing Tiana’s grandmother for a Seda Shampoo commercial!
This particular product focused on those with more curly hair textures, specifically black individuals.
Who better to lead the charge than the first Black Disney Princess herself, empowering the young and old to embrace the beauty of their natural hair✨
When tasked with designing Tiana’s Grandmother, of course the first person that came to mind was my very own grandmother!
“The Princess and the Frog” was one of her favorite films we’d watch together and some of my fondest memories were from visiting her each Sunday for dinner.
And let me tell ya… GRANDMA COULD COOK! Food was her love language and you could feel it the moment you stepped through her door. She would prepare all sorts of meals, insuring that you left her house with both a full heart and belly.
It was her unique way of showing how much she cared for you…how much she believed in you. Her unconditional love was both empowering and magical.
Naturally, she served as the perfect inspiration.
Just as she empowered me to be the person I am today, the character she inspired would then help to empower Tiana.
To bring it all full circle,
I felt that it would be fitting to name her, Teresa. Honoring the legacy of a woman who’s love and guidance will always be there to shine forevermore. My evening star✨
Happy Birthday Grandma 🩷
