In my collection of ink drawings, I use the permanence of ink to reflect the lasting impact of the experiences that shape us from the moment we come into existence. The washed or bare backgrounds are light, ethereal, and represent the clean slate we are born with. Yet, almost instantly, that blankness begins to change. Our world starts to change us, through sight, sound, emotion and from that point on, we are in a constant state of transformation. Each mark is deliberate and indelible, just as every experience becomes part of our personal landscape. Within each piece are small, often hidden scenes or figures—glimpses of a narrative, identity or nature that require time, attention, and presence to uncover. The patterns and textures mirror the complexity of the human experience. These works invite contemplation and remind us that there is always more beneath what we first perceive. We cannot understand, empathize, or connect with another without first taking the time to look deeper. In a world quick to judge or assume, these pieces are a quiet call for patience, curiosity, and compassion.