Three 9's Design

(Left to Right in picture): Tre, Deborah, Broadie

Tre Wilkes: is a multidisciplinary artist, author, and educator whose creative practice centers on producing work that informs, uplifts, and inspires Black communities. Through a dynamic range of motifs, styles, and mediums, Wilkes blends documentation with storytelling. Capturing both the nuance and brilliance of everyday Black life. His mission is simple yet profound: to affirm, celebrate, and proclaim that Black is beautiful.

Deborah Ann Browder is a professional visual artist and educator with over 27 years of experience using art to heal, connect, and uplift communities. With roots in public mural work through Boston’s Mayor’s Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs, her practice centers cultural storytelling, lived experience, and the power of creative expression to restore dignity and pride in shared spaces. A seasoned muralist, illustrator, and arts education consultant, Deborah brings intention, care, and creative excellence to every project, grounded in the belief that art can transform narratives and help communities reimagine what’s possible.

Broadie: was introduced to digital art in 2005 while studying Fine Arts at Bowie State University (HBCU). Although trained in photography, sculpture, and drawing, digital art felt natural and became his primary form of expression. He blends graphic design and mixed media to create work inspired by Black history, the present, and the possibilities of the future. As a Black gay male from Prince George’s County, Broadie hopes to inspire future generations to believe in themselves, pursue their dreams, and embrace who they are. He believes art has the power to heal, inspire, and uplift communities.

About Us

We are a team of professional artists and community advocates using art as a tool for education, wellness, and community connection. We create murals and installations in public spaces including schools, recreation centers, workplaces, and community spaces, transforming blank walls into meaningful, inspiring environments. We work with students, schools, companies, and organizations on collaborative, hands-on projects. Our process includes concept development, preparation, and execution, making the arts real while encouraging creativity and practical skill-building. While supporting schools and youth is our main priority, we also partner with businesses and organizations that want to invest in public art with purpose.

Our goal is to raise funds to support community beautification projects that bring people together, provide real-world experience, and give back to the communities they serve. Each mural becomes a lasting symbol of creativity, pride, and shared impact.