i weighed what i wanted to create next to what i believed the world would accept from me, and i chose myself.

my doubts were proven wrong, and my hopes proved right. the collections found in each page of my portfolio would be far larger if i prioritized my own adequacy much sooner.

if you are an artist or creative in any way, who feels a pang of guilt each time you feel forced to disregard your own inspiration, please know that creativity is the one venture that does not need a resounding yes.

below are works i made because i was excited to create them. i hope you give yourself that freedom as often as you can.

“at least i’m safe inside my mind” — spongebob