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Intense musings & general autobiographical content of a non-famous artist & anti-influencer.

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Work Life of an Untamed Artist

Let’s have a very introductory conversation about an artist’s separation between work and life.

I am Writing a Book

Because I need ONE MORE project.

I Am Unwell Vol. 4

Women's health, being unknowingly poisoned, and the apology tour.

I am Unwell Vol. 3

The Resurgence

Artist Statement

I have way too much to accomplish this week. I have zero hours to spare. However, my insomnia was in full effect at 3:30 am this morning which had me scrolling through Instagram and ultimately caused me to see an artist grant that I felt was perfect for me. It’s called the Hopper grant - See? Perfect. Whether it has anything to do with the artist

I Am Unwell Vol. 2

The tunnel is long

My Place in Women's Events

Since this is get to know me Friday. Let’s talk about the fact that I am participating in a Women’s Only market tomorrow. I don’t speak about it much, but I identify and gender fluid. You could also say gender non-conforming or non-binary. Any of those terms feel accurate. But, I am not a stickler about my gender identity. I’m lax with my pronouns, and I don’t go out of my way to create an…

I Am Unwell

I have been struggling. Many people may have gleaned that much from my cryptic Instagram stories, and chronic absence from my usual antics. I’ve been struggling with mental illness. However, this is not my regularly programmed broodingly mysterious depression or my endearingly relatable anxiety. This time it’s a debilitating, isolating, all-consuming loss of control.

I Think I'm a Writer

A writer is on a long list of things I never thought I would identify as.

There Are Artists Among Us

I recently went to the Whitney and I bought this bag in the gift shop because I LOVE the sentiment.