Frederick Douglass once declared, "If there is no struggle, there is no progress." This truth resonates deeply in my life and art. I channel my emotions into creating works that serve as an autobiography of my personal journey. Rooted in strong narratives, my art chronicles my experiences living in Philadelphia and beyond. My mother instilled in me the importance of relying on faith, a lesson I leaned on during moments of hardship and prosperity. This reliance on God has taught me to adapt to social adversity, building resilience and persistence that forms the backbone of my artistic expression and studio practices. Through collages and paintings, I weave together elements like old transportation maps, family photographs, and transit passes to tell a rich and personal narrative. These materials are more than mediums—they are symbols of my internal and external struggles, my resilience, and my continuous progress. My work serves as a testament to my journey, illuminating themes of faith, adversity, and growth. No one can tell my story better than I, and my art is my voice.