Many of the pieces I create are more than just an image, more than just what you see; there is context or meaning that can't be captured in just a few images.
I have chronic health issues (currently waiting to hear from my doctor after surgery) and am a dynamically disabled woman. I have dealt with horrible menstrual pain, daily chronic pain, migraines, and chronic exhaustion. This has led to me now having to use a cane most days. I finally was able to get a rollator (a wheeled walker that can be used as a wheelchair). I still deal with internal battles using a cane or my rollator, but I have to remember it helps me even if it's just a little bit. I'm so thankful that I'm able to have these mobility aids to assist me in my daily life. We live in a world that, sadly, is not built for disabled individuals. I'm so grateful that I have found some community and have support. I can't thank the people enough who stand by me not only on days I can't, but stand by me for everything, the best days and the worst days. Thank you for supporting me.
"A bird that keeps hitting windows." In early August of 2024, a morning dove hit one of my big living room windows. I looked out the window and saw it sitting in the grass. I waited a little bit, and it still hadn't flown away; it was just sitting there. I went outside, and slowly walked toward the bird; I didn't want to spook it. The bird didn't seem spooked; it was in shock. I sat down beside the bird and gave it a look over. He didn't look injured from my once-over. I slowly scooped the bird up and looked it over better; sadly, its intestines were exposed (I phrased it as "its little guts were out"). He sat in my hand for a little bit, then flew off. I was so ready to nurse that bird back to health, but sadly, nature took its course. I do think about that bird every day. "A bird that keeps hitting windows." is the phrase that came out of that experience. This is a phrase that I think will resonate with so many people. I'll leave it to you your interpretation of the phrase.
This gorgeous Oc (original character) is the first official Oc I have ever created. I remember sitting in my dark living room during finals week (last semester of 2024) and just being so incredibly stressed out. I was sitting on the floor, and my anxiety was just snowballing. During this time I had been stuck in a bout of relentless art block. I had this character pop into my head. The Crescent moon-shaped headpiece, blue skin, the symmetrical jewelry. It all just flowed, and I'm so glad I ended up fully committing to creating this Oc. I'm still working on a name and lore and possibly other Ocs in the same "universe".