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Jamaican Illustrator @Graytness Shares Augmented Reality “The Future Of Jamaica” Piece


To say Jamaica is a talented Country is an understatement. The Island boasts some of the most creative minds, with skillsets that have rivaled many the world over, and influenced generations. From Music, to Fashion, to Food, to Art, it’s never normal when it comes to Jamaicans. When it comes to Art, Jamaica has produced some very special individuals. From Cecil Baugh, to Edna Manley, to Albert Huie, to Richard Natoo, to Margaret Chin, to Taj Francis, to Bonito Thompson, the world has been treated to excellent work from individuals like them over the years.

Jevaughn Gray is another name that has been creating waves with his work. Working under the moniker “Graytness” and through his “Grayt Art” brand, he has made eye-catching pieces, and turned many into physical products for many to wear, to show off in various ways, and to admire. He has done work that has been recognized by Dream Entertainment, Red Stripe, the Afro Soca event series, the Rum Punch Brunch in Atlanta, Clarks, and Recording Artists Zamunda, Irie Souljah, Rytikal, Heavyweight Rockaz, and US Rapper Future. Recently, he announced that he will be releasing a new piece titled, “The Future Of Jamaica“, that taps into the usage of modern technology.

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TECH: @F1rstNation Media Launch In Jamaica


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It cannot be denied that there is much division amongst the Caribbean nations, many countries are rivals and it is not necessary as we all benefit from each other’s achievements, we all float in the same waters and when one country hurts we all feel it. However, it is unfortunate that while the same waters wash upon all of our shores, we still feel like we are standing alone; sometimes I forget that the Cayman Islands is just 235 miles away from Kingston and a short 45 minute flight (you could get to Cayman and check into a hotel before ONE of my classes are finished).

What is also surprising is many of us who were born and raised in Jamaica don’t even know about half the places in our very own parish, let alone in another Caribbean island. What the F1rst team has done is come up with a new way to bring us all together and keep us all connected while making us more aware of the places that are around us through just one mobile app and a website.

I’m ashamed to admit that I didn’t know there was a Chinese Food Restaurant within walking distance of my home until I started exploring f1rstt.com.

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