The self-taught artist, photographer, and graphic designer hails from Dallas, Texas, where their artistic journey began during their early teenage years drawing cartoons. After high school, they delved into the world of graphic design, taking college courses to hone their skills. This led them to merge their artistic abilities to create abstract portraits and figures, which laid the foundation for their future work. Despite receiving Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Social Work to support children in the child welfare system, the artist continues to create and serve their community with passion.
Their work delves into the complexities of beauty, social and cultural issues, and the experiences of trauma and adversity, drawing inspiration from their time in the child welfare system. Curiosity about others' trauma and their perception of the world fuels the artist's creative process, sparking conversations and shared experiences through their art. Using acrylic paint, pastel, charcoal, mixed media, and digital platforms like Procreate and Adobe, the artist explores stories, experiences, and themes, weaving together narratives of pain and resilience through vibrant colors and symbolic imagery.
Viewers are invited to engage with the artwork not just visually, but philosophically, discovering fresh meanings and thought-provoking ideas within the pieces. Each piece contains clues and messages that tell a story of resilience and pain, encouraging reflection and dialogue. For those looking to bring a touch of depth and emotion to their home or office decor, prints of the artist's work are available for purchase, offering a unique and captivating addition to any space.