About the Author

Shanthony Exum, also know by her stage name Miss Eaves, is a Montreal-based multimedia artist with over a decade of experience. Her artistic work revolves around the powerful intersection of activism and creativity. Through her art, she passionately celebrates confident femmes and non-binary individuals, advocating for a range of feminist issues, sexual liberation, self-love, economic justice, and environmental awareness. Notably, her musical creations have earned acclaim from various publications, including The New York Times, NPR, Billboard, New York Magazine, Elle, Glamour, and Jezebel. Miss Eaves’ music has also been featured on popular television shows such as Insecure (HBO) and Big Mouth (Netflix).

Beyond her artistic pursuits, Exum remains steadfastly committed to increasing the visibility of marginalized communities in her ongoing battle against all forms of oppression. Since 2013, she has been a dedicated freelancer, operating under the banner of Shanthony Art & Design. Her extensive portfolio includes collaborations with clients such as the McAuthor Foundation, UCLA, WITNESS, North Star Fund, National Domestic Workers Alliance, Black Futures Lab, Brookings Institute, and MTV.

In addition to her artistic and freelance work, Shanthony Exum extends her expertise through a brand called “Hustle Life Balance,” offering valuable career coaching and guidance to those seeking to navigate the challenging yet rewarding world of freelancing.