My work is deeply informed by my lived experience with chronic pain—a presence that shapes not only my physical reality but also my creative process. Pain, often invisible and misunderstood, becomes a central motif in my work: not just as a symbol of suffering, but as a gateway to connection, resilience, and transformation. There is constant negotiation between limitation and expression. Each piece becomes a record of endurance, a visual articulation of what is often left unsaid or unseen.

Creating is both a refuge and a form of resistance for me—an act of reclaiming agency in a world that frequently diminishes or overlooks those who live with invisible disabilities. Art allows me to process and translate my pain into something tangible, something that speaks to others who may feel isolated in their own struggles. This process is enriched through collaboration. Engaging with other artists, communities, and audiences expands the dialogue around invisibility struggles, transforming individual vulnerability into collective resilience by creating together an environment. Through shared perspectives and creative exchange, art becomes a communal language that fosters empathy and amplifies voices that are often unheard.

I use my work to challenge societal norms that devalue vulnerability, stigmatize difference, and silence marginalized voices. Whether through paintings, sculptures, or murals, I seek to cultivate spaces where empathy can thrive—where viewers are invited not just to observe, but to feel, reflect, and question. My hope is that these encounters, strengthened by collaborative connection, encourage deeper conversations about the human experiences