Artist Statement
Born on the hottest day in the Summer of 1993... I was meant to conquer the world . Similar to Daenarys Stormborn, the unbearable weather is one of the defining elements of a natural born leader. I sometimes ask my mom if she remembers anything else about that day besides the dreadful weather and incomparable pain that she experienced; maybe the smell in the air on the way to the hospital or perhaps a song that played in the background? But... her response usually lacks the creative details. Perhaps the reason behind my thirst for the arts is my longing for a back story that mirrors Game of Thrones...who knows? When I was younger, I longed for a creative talent. Although I was a soprano in my choir, my singing voice is far from exceptional. Drawing has always been a failed attempt. I was never the best dancer and I was much too shy to try my hand at theater. But when I close my eyes, I see beautiful things. My creative mind makes up for the talents that I may lack. I'...