Shades of Brilliance Cierra Venable

Happy New Year! Cierra welcomes season 2 with the current events to begin 2024. Have we approached the era of truth? From Katt Williams to Gypsy Rose, we're seeing the truth play out at all costs. Some truths are being smothered, like the case of Claudine Gay, Harvard's former acting president. Let's get to the bottom of it.

In todays episode, Cierra reflects on being American abroad. In a way, it's become a self-deprecating title. Black Americans aren't even considered "American", so where does the confliction come from?

Galentines or Valentines? This year, Cierra lets you into her diary on all the thoughts around romance and friendship. This holiday can be such a painful comparison to an unrealistic standard. Let's chat about it.

Today, Cierra dives deep into the perils of maintaining her energy and uniqueness. In a world that wants us all dim and depressed, how do we see ourselves and our gifts? Cierra answers that question with insights from her life in London and past life experiences.

Cierra unpacks the dynamics that have created tension in her recent artwork and environment. Through all of the changes, she is learning the real meaning of success. Have you ever had to choose between your integrity and your appearance? 

Welcome to "Shades of Brilliance," a podcast where I, Cierra Venable, embark on my journey as a creative professional with a lens fixed on the psychology of color. In the first episode, I share the details of my personal journey towards Fashion School and the crucial discoveries I made about myself along the way.