“Sleeping Wildgrass" is the starting point of a series of figurative paintings that delve into the complexities of navigating the world through the lens of mental disorders. As a Black Queer individual, my exploration of the painting process began during my undergraduate years, allowing me to examine the intersections of visibility and invisibility. This exploration has taught me about the intricacies of contemporary culture and Neo-black identity.

Drawing inspiration from Baroque and Art Nouveau artists, I create delicate paintings and installations that incorporate African American history and psychology. Moreover, I utilize the painting process to shed light on mental health within the black community. By examining the reluctance of Black individuals to identify as disabled, I aim to dismantle ableism within Neo Black identities and offer new strategies for acceptance.

My research has sparked an obsession with individuals' pursuit of acceptance and the potential loss of self in that pursuit. Through my paintings I draw from my personal experiences with Bipolar and Borderline Personality Disorder to convey a cautionary tale. I aim to debunk myths and misconceptions surrounding mental health by employing disability studies and a Black feminist theoretical lens. This enables me to explore how oppressive structures impact trans people of color and bodies with disabilities, as well as how mental disorders manifest in communities affected by poverty, racism, and broken families.