Emotive eyes are central to my work, serving as an invitation to connect with my characters. Inspired by the unguarded honesty of children, I infuse my characters with childlike traits to help even the most “grown-up” among us engage with themes of sadness, vulnerability, playfulness, and resilience. While my subject matter varies, I’m continually inspired by the gentle strength and resilience I see in people. Whether we are optimistically planting seeds, lifting each other up, or bringing creativity into a world that is shaken by heartbreak, isolation and despair, I’m inspired by the hopeful narrative of our imperfect species. And though it’s not a new story, it’s one I believe is worth telling again and again.