PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — Security guard Khaliik White’s life took many twists and turns, perfectly illustrated by his sketches that now adorn the walls of Philadelphia’s City Hall.<\/p>\n
White, originally from East Orange, NJ, now lives in Philadelphia’s Tioga section. He previously spent 14 years as a voice actor.<\/p>\n
However, a health issue required the removal of his thyroid. The result was a voice that sounded different from the one with which he built a career.<\/p>\n
White slipped into a bout of drinking that fractured relationships in his life. Ultimately, he came to Philadelphia for a fresh start and joined the Ready, Willing, and Able program.<\/p>\n
It helped him become sober and transition into a stable career.<\/p>\n
For the past couple years, he has worked as a security guard at Philadelphia City Hall, employed through the Scotlandyard Security company.<\/p>\n
And during his breaks, he always keeps his sketchbook handy.<\/p>\n
Passersby and co-workers began to notice White’s work. This ultimately led Councilmember Rue Landau to open her office as an impromptu art gallery for him.<\/p>\n
Now, White’s work can be seen hanging on the walls of Landau’s office. A selection is also displayed in a case directly across the hall. It is located on the 5th floor in Room 592.<\/p>\n
His artwork is expected to be displayed to the public until Friday, November 13.<\/p>\n
To follow Khaliik White’s work even after the exhibit, you can find him on Instagram @beyonder_75.<\/a><\/p>\n