My name is Jovani Coleman. I was born December 1st, 1985 in Takoma Park, Maryland. I am a gymnast and I started when I was 3 years old. I have traveled to many places in the world due to gymnastics and have had the pleasure of meeting many people. I did train for the Olympics but I fractured three of my vertebrae and was told that I wouldn’t walk again, but I didn’t let that stop me. At the age of eight, I discovered that I had another passion, which is Fashion! I started hand sewing at five, and machine sewing at eight. I always got in trouble by my mom for ripping up clothes to make them into my own style. I knew from then on, that fashion was what I wanted to do.
I am 22 years young and I am pursuing my degree at The International Academy of Design and Technology. Once I finish college in 2009, I plan to take the skills I’ve learned and produce my own clothing line for athletes. As a former gymnast, finding clothes to wear and clothes that fit the right way is close to impossible. My mission that I plan to accomplish is to produce an athletic line of everyday wear as well as formal wear. I am also very interested in journalism as well. In the near future I would love to start a sports and fashion magazine for women and men.
The best statement I’ve ever been told was by my Dad. He always told me that the decisions you make effect the rest of your future. I believe that statement whole-heartily, so I am taking advantage of my skills I’ve learned, my talent, and determination to make the best out of myself and to make my family proud.
I entered this competition to gain more knowledge, and to get as much constructive criticism by professionals as I can. I feel that after I broke my back, I overcame the ultimate challenge so now Artistik Envy is the next challenge! I’m so excited to see what is in store for the competition!
Send me an email at j.coleman@envy.artistikmagazine.com or just leave a comment/critique below and I’ll be sure to get back to you!
October 11th, 2008 at 9:10 am
good work and I wish you good luck
October 11th, 2008 at 10:58 am
Jovani great job your presentation was amazing and you definitely did good research!
I can see though how the judges were to feel that it is a potato head for a design. One cohesive “cant touch this, if you move this then the design is ruined” design which I know you are very capable of, will help you tremendously if you are in the next competition.
Best of luck
October 11th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
Jovani,
Great job we are indeed proud of you, your bio was fascinating and very uplifting. Your creation was you and I didn’t expect anything less…. May all your dreams come true as you continue on the road to success!! God Bless you. joy
October 11th, 2008 at 5:45 pm
Wow my little girl has grown up!! I always thought you were a great athlete, however in seeing your creative talents, you are even better. I’m so proud of the young lady you have grown into. No matter how or what you do, you will always be my little munchkin. Aunt Fran would be so proud of you.
I love you
Dad
October 13th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
Jovani I’am so proud of you.
I listened to your presentation, which was superb. And your interview as well. I love the before and after shots. Your Photo shoot and those white pumps are FIERCE!
Jovani your grandmother you never knew would be so proud of you, she was a Fashion Diva in her time also, The Good Apple dosen’t fall far from the Tree babygirl.
I know your Granddaddy Launtee is looking down smiling, saying that’s my Sweetie Pie!
I Love you and keep pressing on
MOM
October 13th, 2008 at 6:32 pm
Great job, Jovani !
I’m so proud of you! ! !
Keep it up.
Love,
Auntie
October 14th, 2008 at 8:40 am
Hey Ms. Jovani
It’s not hard to believe a beautiful round head baby has gown into a beautiful and talented young woman.
GREAT JOB!
I pray God will continue to bless you and bring your dreams and aspirations to fruition.
Don’t worry, your family’s already proud of you.
Keep up the GREAT work.
Toni
October 14th, 2008 at 2:16 pm
You are doing a fantastic job. I’m so proud of you. keep up the great work. Good luck. Not that you need it. luv ya
yvonne
October 14th, 2008 at 3:09 pm
AWESOME……………..YOU HAVE COME SO FAR, NEVER LET YOUR DREAMS END. YOU WILL BE ON TOP OF THE WORLD ONE DAY…..HOLLYWOOD HERE YOU COME….WONT NOBODY STOP YOU. LOVE YOU ALWAYS YOUR SIS
ISABEL
October 21st, 2008 at 2:19 am
Jovani,
I am and I’ve always been proud of you. No only are you beautiful on the inside as well as the out, You are gifted and talented and you will suceed with all of your endeavours, you just keep God first and foremost in your life and ALL things are possible for those that believe. I love you and you will have nothing but the best!!!
October 26th, 2008 at 10:39 am
WOW! I was so glad to see that you stepped out of your norm. I liked the tennis outfit and I was also impressed that you were able to make a visual.
I hope you continue to strive and grow your talents, and I’m sure we will see you in the next round =)
Good Luck =)
October 28th, 2008 at 12:43 pm
Great Job!!!! I hope you win!! Tina Gardner
October 28th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
Very well done, great design, marketing and presentation skills. Keep up the great work and bring it home!
October 28th, 2008 at 5:29 pm
Good Luck!!!
Walter
October 29th, 2008 at 11:12 am
Hey Babygirl
I’m so proud of you and you should be proud of yourself. I love your design, and yes I was an Arthur Ash fan in the 70’s also.
I also saw your Havanah Shoot very nice!
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.
PROVERBS 3:17
Miss and Love You
Mom
October 29th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
Hey sweetie!
Loved that tennis design. Makes me want to go back and play again.
You have a very special gift from God.
Never give up on your goals.
Put Him first and “and all these things will be added unto you”.
So proud of you!
Love and God bless,
Auntie
October 30th, 2008 at 11:40 am
Jovani
Keep your head up Oooh Child things are gonna get easier! Put this in your portfolio of knowledge. Go on to the next chapter of your Fashion Empire.
We must keep moving. If you can’t fly, run. If you can’t run, walk. If you can’t walk, crawl-but by all means keep moving.
(Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.)
I Love you sweetie
Mom