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We invite you to join us in celebrating the unsung heroes and trailblazers within our midst – or as we call them ‘Black Belt Bold’. Their stories inspire, their actions uplift, and their impact resonates far beyond our community’s borders. Black Belt, in every step we take, in every triumph we achieve, history is still being made. <\/span>Let us shine a spotlight on those who contribute to the rich tapestry of our community. Together, let us acknowledge and amplify the voices and stories of those who are making history now. As BBCF celebrates the 20th anniversary of its founding across all of 2024, we will continue to amplify and celebrate these voices and stories.<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Artistic Visionary in Choctaw County<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Gilbertown, Alabama, lives a dynamic artist, entrepreneur and nonprofit leader, Isaias Alezones, who is dedicated to bettering the world around him. His creative journey has not only spanned various art and technology forms but has also led to the establishment of 365 Productions, Inc.<\/strong><\/a> and the arts, education and community improvement focused, SAIASI Foundation<\/strong>.<\/a> This innovative company offers a spectrum of professional services in photography, videography, art directing, and set creation, making it a one-stop creative crossroads. The SAIASI Foundation, a BBCF supported grantee organization in both 2023 and 2024, directly addresses the arts, community and educational needs in Choctaw County, Alabama.<\/p>\n

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Before coming to Choctaw County Alabama, Alezones\u2019 inspiring journey has seen him specialize in 2D and 3D artwork for over 30 years, exhibiting in public and private places around the world and nation, with experience in murals for indoor and outdoor settings across diverse surfaces. His exhibitions range from private galleries to government and public spaces including The Royal Marsden Hospital in London, The Embassy of Peru, The Organization of American States, and the Carnegie Institution of Washington (all in Washington, DC), The Florida Department of State, Orlando City Hall, Miami-Date Transit System\u2019s Metrorail Station, The Consulate of Venezuela in Miami, and the Florida Museum of Hispanic Art, to name but a few in his vast list of spaces worked.<\/p>\n

Alezones\u2019 educational journey is equally as impressive as his artistic one. He holds a Masters in Aeronautics, a Bachelor\u2019s of Fine Arts in Creative Photography and Electronic Intermedia along with a Minor in Art History as well as Associate Degrees in Art and Computer Programming. This background set of education and skills is of crucial importance through his teaching in the arts, sculptural constructions and his implementation of radio-controlled videography technology in the air, and upon land and water. <\/p>\n

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In characterizing his work and vision, Alezones says, \u201dIn my artistic exploration, I delve into the profound interplay between creation, nature, and the intricate designs found in both organic and human-made structures, especially those of ancient origins. My work seeks to unearth the truth within the three-dimensional simplicity of objects that bear significant utilitarian weight. Particular attention to detail characterizes the construction of my conceptual visions, providing the foundation for cohesive series that capture the essence of my inspiration. The synthesis of various mediums, including art, photography, and technology, allows me to physically manifest the visual narratives born from my mental and spiritual visions.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Isaias Alezones\u2019 journey from busy urban centers to a quiet corner of Alabama is a testament to his versatility and enduring passion for art and education with a lens for practical, utilitarian application and health and wellness. This journey was deeply impacted by personal tragedy as Isaias was forced to put his art career largely on pause in order to care for his mother suffering from Alzheimer\u2019s Disease. After a very stressful 11 years as a caregiver, his experience led him to the realization that he needed to better address his own health and wellbeing and re-prioritize his life\u2019s course. This change in direction and \u201ccourse direction\u201d is embodied in the very name of SAIASI Foundation (\u201cIsaias\u201d \u2013 reversed), founded in large part to help young ones combat Alzheimer\u2019s by making fellow humans happier at an early age. Several of the foundation\u2019s educational workshops include direct collaborations between senior citizens and youth, creating a win-win situation for both through productive activity offerings in continued education for the aging and mentorship whereby youth gain deeper respect for seniors, while enjoying learning skills from them in an enjoyable and entertaining setting. <\/p>\n

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More recently, and closer to home, Alezones has been putting his artistic and technical skills to work for the benefit of his community and has emphasized STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) learning. In 2024, SAIASI Foundation successfully applied for a BBCF Arts Grant and a BBCF Community Grant. Their 2024 3D Art by Recycle <\/strong>project works to demonstrate that recycling is not an option in Choctaw County and to shift mindsets in educating community youth about its vital role in sustainability. 3D Art by Recycle is creatively demonstrating how waste materials can be repurposed into intriguing and often useful three-dimensional artworks. By integrating recycling into visual arts education, this project is inspiring a generation to beautify public spaces while emphasizing environmental responsibility.<\/p>\n

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SAIASI Foundation\u2019s BBCF Community Grant funded project STEM by Having Fun <\/strong>addresses the need for more STEM exposure for kids in an after-school setting. SAIASI are partnering with local schools in Choctaw County to provide hands-on training workshops in land, air, and sea photography and videography using professional radio-controlled equipment. This project\u2019s unique learning experiences are giving access to technical knowledge and safety, encouraging an interest in pursuing careers in these areas vital to local industries. The training facility offers water, air and land areas for practical training, which fosters teamwork in a supportive environment.<\/p>\n

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In 2023 Isaias worked with local art students to beautify and enhance the Gilbertown Park Trail <\/strong>by fully restoring the park\u2019s building and designing and hand painting a mural beautifying it. He also worked to repurpose and restore a railroad caboose car into a public event and activity space for Gilbertown, a community that has a lack of buildings existing for community members to conveniently conduct events.<\/p>\n

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Find out more information about Isaias Alezones work:<\/strong><\/p>\n