Profiles in Black Creativity: John Williams Expresses Love For Son Through Art

An image encapsulates his feelings about fatherhood

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Throughout Black History Month, we’re partnering with agency owner Derek Walker on a series that highlights the ideas, perspectives and successes of Black advertising professionals.

Today we’re showcasing digital marketer John Williams and a picture he created called “Ellis, I’m Living Your Image.” In his own words below, read the story of how it came to be and the inspiration behind the image.



Derek Walker: Why are you proud of this work?

John Williams: My son created it.

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