Izz Akkosia is a 20 year-old graphic artist from the Bay Area, creating visually vibrant works that seek to uplift the beauty of the Black community and illustrate the Black experience. She has always had a passion for art, and in 2021, she established her own business creating and marketing her work to the world. Her work has drawn acclaim from her peers and her patrons for its subtlety, range, and uniquely expressive use of colour and contrast. You can find Akkosia's work in Emmy Winner Michaela Coel's Personal Manifesto, "Misfits" and in Vogue Singapore's December 2021 Issue.