So… this is the part where I get real excited. lol! These are the digital 3D renderings of Lucille, my second art toy in the CocobeanZ Studio Collection. My first figure, Cordilia, was the beginning of this journey. Now Lucille is officially in the 3D phase with my manufacturer getting ready for printing and painting. Looking forward to the birth of Lucille! Yay! News of launches will follow. Stay close

 

As someone who has taught students from elementary through high school, I’ve seen firsthand how often our boys are told to “man up” before anyone ever asks them how they feel. They carry emotional weight we may never fully recognize. Dante is a reminder to pause and make space for all that our boys carry in silence.

 

Dante | Emotional Well-Being Toy Series

A quiet, powerful figure representing the emotional interior of boys, especially those who too often are told to hide it. Dante is part of an upcoming designer toy line that centers mental wellness, honesty, and creative representation. Through his still presence and symbolic design, Dante creates space for what our boys carry but rarely show. 

“Designed to feel. Built to reflect.” Created by Sheena Garcia | Cocobeanz Studio

 

First Peep at Lucille! She’s not a doll, but a character from my CocobeanZ Art Toy Collection. I dreamed her up about three years ago, and now… she’s officially in production! Yay! This is my original concept, but her final look may evolve just a bit as the manufacturer and I collaborate on final decisions. But... her energy is already here! She's sharp, sweet, and unapologetically her. Sharing her today in the spirit of the freedom to claim our joy, creativity, and reflections of us, on our own terms. Video has sound. Yay, Lucille! Dropping soon!

 

Original, community-made, educational art & memory audio posters, celebrating the African American Legacy of 52nd Street, Philly! Exhibiting this summer! Locations info coming soon! Video: Original 52nd St. footage captures, art posters and design stock edited by Sheena Garcia

 

Sheena Garcia for Flourish on 52nd, Philly: Mixed Media Design

 

 

 

 

Flourish on 52nd Kick-off Event: Saturday, May 31; 5 to 8pm

 Flourish on 52nd is a community-driven art project that celebrates the rich Black heritage of West Philly’s historic 52nd Street— both its past and its present. Once known as “The Strip,” 52nd Street was a lively center for Black entertainment, plays, dining, and shopping. Jazz clubs lit up the nights, and theaters showcased unforgettable performances. The community would dress to the nines to see legends like Cab Calloway, Dizzy Gillespie, Moms Mabley, Stevie Wonder, Teddy Pendergrass, and so many more. Flourish on 52nd presents an ongoing series of original mixed-media collage, art posters that will exhibit in shop windows and local businesses along the corridor. The legacy posters have been designed by community artists, many of whom have deep roots on and around 52nd Street. Spearheaded by artist Sheena Garcia, the founder of The Philadelphia Art & Urban Literary (PAUL), these legacy posters reflect the neighborhood's vibrant soul, culture, memories, and movement. Each poster features a QR code that opens up to a short reflective audio story from the artist who designed the poster. Think of it as an artist-talk that you can enjoy on your phone as you stroll 52nd St. The first series of poster designs are nearly finished. This is just the beginning of this ongoing visual celebration of 52nd Street's past, present, and creative future.

 

Coming up... an interview with brilliant, multi-media artist, Terrill Johnson!