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Painting the Town

I have been painting the town this summer! A dream come true! For the first few years of being a full time muralist, I painted all over the Triangle and other states but didn’t have more than one mural in my own city! Fast forward to 2025 and I have been working on eight murals in Durham so far! Read more to learn more about what I’ve been up to and to get some highlights on one of the biggest projects to date!

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Water Your Garden - A Mental Health Wish

Self care is such an underrated practice, especially for highly motivated and caring people. We often neglect our own needs to serve a greater purpose. Unfortunately, when we neglect our needs, we can’t show up as our best selves. I hope this blog - and this artwork - will be a healthy and friendly reminder to take care of yourself :)

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Sister Talk No Filter

Learn about Sister Talk No Filter, the social media blog that will bring you inspiration, laughter, sisterhood, and great advice!

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Seeking Serendib: Part II

“I want to create a platform where I can share other artists' stories of finding their Serendib, what motivates and inspires them, and why they do what they do. When I work with someone, I have found that I love hearing about their story, their purpose, and their “why””

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Seeking Serendib Pt. I

I have always loved art. It has been my escape, my therapy, and my source for exploration and healing. I have learned to utilize my unique gifts and what makes me different to enhance my work. This is how I got started….

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