
Ricky L Jr.
Dream Beyond Bars Fellow
He/Him
Ricky L. Jr is a designer and multidisciplinary creative out of East Oakland, CA, where he is also CEO of his design brand. He is also a community organizer that helps prevent youth incarceration and supports formerly incarcerated adults to develop leadership characteristics.
His creative work includes fashion design, photography, video, and painting. He likes to collaborate with fellow artists to learn more modes of expression. Growing up in the Bay area, he has seen and been a part of gang violence.
During his spare time you can usually catch him drinking a cup of coffee while reading a fashion magazine.