Brand new still in shrink wrap. Collectible limited edition. Oversized. Huge book, full color. Black Cotton is a celebration of the beauty of black women, their natural hair, fashion, as well as a display of the African presence in other cultures. It exhibits a collection of work that displays the passionate love mixture of fashion, make-up, hair design, photography, and graphic art. About the Author Rasta Asaru Escott El was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, where he currently resides and creates. His inspiration came to at an early age where he found himself intrigued by the various elements, textures, and colors of materials. During this curious time, he began to mimic these objects on paper while teaching himself how to sketch, draw, and use color. His creative desires continued into high school where he advanced from sketching and drawing on paper to graffiti art. He began to embrace his creative freedom, created his first bust, and started his artistic work in the medium of sculpture for various galleries and festivals. In 1995, during an Art Festival, Rasta met fellow artist, Charles Dickson, who offered him an apprenticeship at The Dickson Studio. During his apprenticeship at Dickson Studios, he learned how to break down and manipulate materials.