Stone-Keagy’s journey into skateboarding began in middle school, where she found herself among the few Black girls who enjoyed the sport. However, the lack of representation in fashion and skateboard art left her feeling overlooked and underserved. Stone-Keagy noticed the disparity in sponsorship opportunities between male and female skaters as she grew older, fueling her determination to change conventional norms.

Following an injury two years ago, Stone-Keagy disclosed that her skateboarding activity has significantly decreased. Alongside her role as a paint class instructor, she finds joy in incorporating her art onto skateboards. However, she believes this medium doesn’t adequately capture her artistic vision. Consequently, she has shifted her focus toward fine art, working on canvases and wood, where she experiences a sense of happiness and emotional fulfillment.

Stone-Keagy operates under her brand, ToshaisGnarly, where she showcases her work on her website.

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