Massive drawn-out necks resembling the arcs formed by serpents ready to pounce. Wide enlarged eyes, wings spanning for what seems like miles, paired with intense colors that defy nature. These are the birds I create. Through my art, I find ways of morphing the normal characteristics of avian creatures until they don't resemble anything in real life. My creations embody traits I see in myself, and those I wish to strengthen in the future.

My process of creating a bird begins by lengthening the neck to make it appear more serpentine. I like to believe this drawn-out neck helps the creature see great distances, so it never misses its prey. This technique conveys a sense of personal hope. Like my birds, I never want to miss out on opportunities, no matter how out of reach they may feel.

Attached to the bird's neck lies the head, where I draw in large eyes. They gleam with vibrant colors, appearing as if they can pierce your soul. This directly translates to how I see my friends. Although I can't exactly look into their souls, I pride myself on my perception to understand their moods, and steer conversations to address their concerns. I'm always open to lending an ear to others, helping those close to me unload pent-up stress, and offering advice in return.

After the upper body, I work on the torso. The towering neck and eyes become smaller in scale when I draw the bird's massive wings. The feathers flare out from the body, cascading to the upper corners of the canvas. In nature, birds spread their wings for various reasons. Some mother birds use their wings to protect their young, while male birds often use them to intimidate adversaries. For me, I draw my powerful wings so they represent my connection to family, and the sense of humility I received from them.

The synthesis of the head, neck, and wings become what I would call "my bird." However, the drawings are not simply of birds --in actuality, they are my self-portraits. I take inspiration from my inner qualities, and manifest them into fantastical artwork.