My work is currently very representational. I am drawn to my own experiences and surroundings, and I often start by observing what I find beautiful before trying to capture it through my own interpretation. I’m drawn to lines, clean shapes, and structure, yet I’m learning to challenge these preferences by introducing moments of disruption and tension. I want to move beyond representation to create entire imagined worlds. Recently, I’ve begun exploring how to imbue emotion into my work to add another dimensional layer—sometimes through the medium I choose, like a tense moment with paint or the smooth depth of charcoal.

I haven’t taken many formal art classes, but through my design class I found a passion for combining problem-solving and creativity. The process of experimenting, facing challenges, and figuring out how to make an idea work in three dimensions has been especially meaningful to me. Each project teaches me to see differently and to trust my instincts. Realizing that I could speak the language of design has also opened up a deep interest in the history and techniques of art and architecture, particularly in urban buildings and sculpture.

I have experience working with architectural programs like CAD and Rhino, and while I may be a young applicant, I am certain of my love of design and the way it connects imagination to the built environment. Architecture excites me because it allows for that same balance: pushing boundaries while remaining within them. That flex between rigidity and freedom inspires me.