My drive as an artist comes from my passion for making my portrait art an embodiment of subjectivity. Over time, I developed a style of faceless portraits, with bright or earth-tone backgrounds, adding swirls and bumps of texture using heavy-body acrylic paint. These elements allow me to receive heartfelt responses to my work. While hearing phrases of amazement is always welcome, what truly excites me is when people express seeing themselves, family, or friends in my pieces. Those connections keep me disciplined in my art.

Returning to my easel is fueled by unforgettable memories, like young Black girls seeing themselves in my work and admiring their favorite hairstyle in a painting. I aim to make my community feel appreciated and represented. I love creating every day, but as a community mentor, doing something I love with purpose is even better.

I find portrait art empowering, not limiting. Highlighting features like hair, clothes, and colors, I explore a more abstract, bold approach. Using palette knives, fingers, or mixing colors, I express myself in these details, making each piece unique. Sharing my art has shown me the impact and education I bring to my community, inspiring others to see themselves as artists too.