No Grits No Glory

Since today is the start of Black History Month, I figured I would give some time to the greatest who ever did it, Muhammad Ali.

Ali was considered one of the "The Greatest" athletes of all time because he wasn't afraid of challenge. You knew that everything he did he was 'all in'. His confidence would bleed through every word he spoke. And his competitors knew it. Some people thought of his bravado as arrogance, but I viewed him as someone with a lot of faith. I am not talking about faith in the sense of religion. But someone with faith in himself.

Do you have faith in yourself?

Do you have as much confidence in your own abilities and 'follow through' to call your own victories?

Muhammad Ali said, "it's hard to beat a guy when he's got his mind made up that he's going to win."

Faith is long term. Don’t forget it. You’re in it for the long haul. Temptation to quit, throw in the towel, or even just lay against the ropes will always be there. But those that persevere will be handsomely rewarded.

No Grits No Glory

Float like butterfly, sting like a bee.

Greasy Spoon Recap: GLC X Grits Apparel X Complete

Big Ups to everyone who came out to the Greasy Spoon event this past Saturday! We had a great time and made a lot of new friends in the ATX.











Photography by Mark Boogie & Super Intern W3RK

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Come out and PLAY!! in the ATX

Stadium Status: Htown Sneaker Summit Recap

The H-Town Sneaker Summit was pretty crazy this year. It seemed as if the whole city came out to bare witness to the super-sizing of what was already the regions largest summit. There were plenty of people, dozens of dope brands and a surplus of sneakers. Ron Grits and I held down the Grits booth while having a lot of fun and capturing a few pictures for your viewing enjoyment. Excuse the blurriness of some snaps shots, as I neglected to give Ron a tutorial. Never the less the good times and success of the event are clear. Tilt and squint.

Killa Kyleon is always repping for Houston and now for Grits too. #runit



Kiki the Dunn (Chemical X) and Ron Grits.

Paolo from 3 Kings is dropping some heat over at thier booth however Ron caught him in some weird blank stare.
One of the coolest people I met so far is Blot from the blog www.theblotsays.com. Wanna know about the newest vinyl toys and comics. Check out his blog and bookmark it now!



Dirty from Dirty & Nasty has always been a supporter. Check out their music here.



These girls were stalking the table for Grits. So I gave them some takeout boxes.

Grits loves the kids.

Samantha from Unkommon Kolor from Dallas always repesenting.


Chris is a supporter of Grits and he says, "You should too!"

Shameless Plug

I know this isn't exactly Grits Apparel related, but every now and then other opportunities get stirred up that any designer would be remiss to let get away. A few months ago I was offered the opportunity to do illustrations for the upcoming Talib Kweli album cover. Since it was just released today, I encourage everyone to check out Talib Kweli's latest LP "Gutter Rainbows". Pick it up or download it here.

The Golden Ticket

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Grits booth at the H-town Sneaker Summit!!! We had a great time meeting with past and present loyal supports and perhaps a few future fans too! True to form we definitely cooked up some good stuff, and even 'cooked in' some surprise ingredients. Hopefully a few random supporters were as happy as kids in a chocolate factory when they discovered their 'Golden Tickets', redeemable online for another helping of Grits.


If you didnt get one don't fret this year there's sure to be 'little surprises around every corner..." ^__^

Randomness

I collect picture, posters, toys, objects, and images. My iphoto has turned into a graphic archive of inspiration for new designs. Welcome to my world. Muhaha!