What motivates you as an artist, curator, researcher? Is it curiosity, the search of something…?

I am a firm believer that I can make a difference with my artwork. I am very passionate about inquiry as a researcher and as an artist I am passionate about visual communication and subsequently, I found my sweet spot as an artist-researcher which is my intrinsic motivation. By sharing my story and conducting research it helps us learn more about the world we are living in.

What are you trying to communicate with your art? Which media do you prefer? 

I am trying to communicate the depth of the human experience. Often we neglect to examine ourselves and in my work I strive to share the most vulnerable and authentic depictions of reality to enhance our understanding of the human condition.

Acrylic contemporary painting is my preference. I think what I am able to achieve with the medium creates some of my most impactful work. The vibrancy, smoothness and realism I can derive from acrylics tend to be the most potent. It can not only draw your attention but immerse you fully into the painting.

Your work is closely related to feminism, female body, queer theory  . These topics used to be sort of  taboo. As an artist, did you encounter any difficulties when you opened up about the topics?

I have encountered some challenges because of the nature of these topics. I have found organizations tend to stray away from these topics since they are taboo, or more importantly they are difficult to address. Since they are taboo often the easiest answer is to avoid it. However, the institutions that have chosen to embrace these topics have found their audiences have thoroughly enjoyed the way we tackle these topics.

How do you feel working with students?

I find it both challenging and rewarding. Challenging because there is such a diversity of students and I try to cater my activities to make sure each enjoys the content. It is also incredibly rewarding because when I see students make progress or engage with the content then I feel like I make an impact.

To what extent has your everyday life as an artist changed during pandemics? 

My life as an artist has really shifted during the pandemic. Before I was looking for inspiration outside in the world but, now my work has really been self-reflective. This time spent in solitude has really made me re-examine my practice and most importantly, myself.

What do you want to achieve before things return to normal?

I hope to make a couple more pieces done by the end of lockdown just to really make the most of my lock down art-making mode.

Any future plans/projects?

My main projects on the go are my second book ” One Body, My Body, No Body” and also to work on some upcoming exhibitions (those are a secret for now).