As a visual artist and writer, I explore the stories of everyday life, drawing inspiration from my experiences and urban environment. I look for the resilience and beauty already present in unconventional, overlooked places and the people moving through these spaces. I'm inspired by the colors, light, and shadow, by the unique stories of seemingly mundane places. Believing that art informs all areas of life, I seek to intertwine my artistic practices throughout my daily existence, whether in my work as a teaching artist, in solitary moments of creativity, or in sharing artwork that contributes to conversations about current events.