As a creative, I often feel like an antenna that picks up on the emotional undercurrents, societal challenges, and human behaviors that shape our lives. I am most comfortable expressing myself through the camera, capturing subjects, feelings, and moods, especially when it comes to portraying dappled shadows and light on a portrait.

The collection I am presenting here primarily features black-and-white pictures I took decades ago. Revisiting these works has given me a deeper understanding of the era, the circumstances, and the encounters I had when I was younger. As a photographer who uses myself as a medium, I can see how my pictures convey journeys of resilience and perseverance rather than victimization.

These are portraits that pay homage to each subject's unique perspectives and strengths. In each image, I strive to capture not just their physical beauty but the essence of who they are. These mutable images allow for a greater sense of freedom and liberation, a testament to the power of art. But you could never explain to someone who uses God’s gift to ponder that you have used God’s gift to be free.