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Author | Filmmaker | Creative Designer
“My work is about creating art in all forms for all people” – Marie Antoinette
Marie Antoinette is an Author, Filmmaker and Creative Designer. She was born and raised in Tampa, Florida.
Passionate about community initiatives that encourage healthcare education and supports children as well as single-parent homes, Marie studied healthcare services, which led her into the field of anesthesiology.
With a deep-rooted curiosity about fashion and art and how these industry sectors impact inclusivity, Marie’s true calling emerged when a woman in a fabric store told her “you're pretty for a dark-skinned girl”.
Surprised that skin tone and color were still such a big part of society’s narrative, Marie started development on MELANIN; a documentary, book, and lifestyle brand that positively demystifies COLORISM (the biased or prejudicial treatment of people belonging to the same race, based on skin pigmentation).
In 2021, Marie launched SAPPHIRE DIAMONDS. A bold and inclusive clothing brand. She also created the SAPPHIRE DIAMOND AWARDS, an award that recognizes members of the community who are making an impact through relevant socio-economic initiatives.
This year, Marie will launch Part II of her MELANIN documentary and will expand her messaging about fashion, inclusivity, and art in partnership with several corporate and educational institutions around the country.
A self-professed foodie, in her spare time, Marie loves to cook, enjoy meals with family and friends and spend time by the water.