Coloring with Coco: Sisterhood in Solidarity

“As a longtime fan of Andrea’s work I’m so excited that more people will get to enjoy her gorgeous illustrations via Coloring with Coco. Whether you’re a coloring pro or a beginner this coloring book is the perfect way to unwind and give yourself some much deserved TLC.” – Franchesca Ramsey, actress, producer and author of Well That Escalated Quickly: Memoirs and Mistakes of an Accidental Activist“Tapped in and timely, Coloring with Coco is a beautiful offering by Andrea Ballo. It’s a meditative, cultural, and healing experience that carries empowerment and grace in each illustration. I feel fortunate to be aware of Andrea’s artistry and the gift of this coloring experience.” – Dominique Fishback is a multi-hyphenate actor, singer-songwriter, producer, and spoken word poet. Her debut memoir and album are forthcoming.

Andrea Ballo is a NY based illustrator and the founder of Coco Michele Illustrations. After nearly a decade in the retail buying industry, Andrea left her corporate job to pursue her passion for the arts. Andrea founded Coco Michele in 2018 with the mission to make the black woman the protagonist of her work - celebrating their beauty, values, and accomplishments. Since founding, Andrea has built an audience of over 900K engaged members across her social platforms and her content brings in well over 1M monthly impressions.