Something I am sure people would find unexpected about me is I am actually very camera shy honestly I am shy overall... VERY. Like being in front of a camera scares me! Meeting new people makes me nervous. Going into new spaces alone freaks me outttt, and speaking on panels? Don't get me started. Hands start sweating, hearts starts beating fast and butterflies instantly take over my stomach. And most people wouldn't think so cause my professional roles cause me to be very front facing, the star of the show at times and the way I have learned to still shine my light in a room no matter how bad my inner me is screaming to stay home and sit on my couch, I honestly have learned to take a deep breath and just go for it every time the I hear "action" or enter a new space and need to network. Although my life requires me to be very social, I am internally struggling with popping out of my shell sometimes and showing up despite the jitters. I think I come off confident and I will say the multiple pep talks honestly do the trick.

Well, the content creator in me kind of bloomed on her own. At my core, I’m a storyteller—tried and true. It all started with me hitting  record, on the way to my daunting 9–5, sharing my dreams, my life, and the everyday moments in between. Something as small as my coffee routine ended up growing a community of thousands of homegirls who were genuinely excited to witness my creative, professional, and personal evolution.

As I leaned more into that, I realized the stories I wanted to tell weren’t just my own. I became drawn to the creative journeys of others and felt inspired to give people a behind-the-scenes lens into the real, raw, and beautiful parts of creative life—not just the polished highlight reels.

Wow—honestly, from the culture to the community, I don’t even know where to begin. Working at Mural Arts has been one of those experiences that just sticks with you. It’s the kind of place where art isn’t just art—it’s storytelling, it’s healing, it’s history being honored in real-time. Some days, it’s the conversations that get me. Other days, it’s seeing a young person light up when they see their work on display. Or watching an artist pour their heart into a wall that ends up becoming a landmark. It’s those little moments that hit the hardest.

The people I’ve met, the stories I’ve had the privilege to help share, the murals I’ve seen come to life—every bit of it has shaped how I view creativity and community. It’s hard to put into words, but it’s priceless. And it’s something I’ll carry with me always.

After being in full-time entrepreneurship, I knew I couldn’t go back to doing work that didn’t resonate with me or make me feel something. I was in a season of being super intentional—only applying to roles that allowed me to show up as my full creative self.

The role I’m in now was brand new, which made it even more exciting. I’ll never forget the moment I got the interview email—it felt like everything was aligning. My best friend, who was living in Portland at the time, happened to be in town visiting. We were out in the city catching up, just enjoying some good girl time, and I got the email. I was literally in the middle of one of my favorite days with one of my favorite people. Getting that news? It was the perfect cherry on top.

Mural Arts’ mission really spoke to me because it’s all about creativity, community, and using art as a powerful tool for change. It aligns with my own belief that storytelling—whether through visual art or digital content—has the ability to connect people, spark conversation, and create real impact. That’s exactly what drew me in. The rest, as they say, was creative history.

Where do I even start? Three years ago, I was a full-time entrepreneur, riding the waves, running an agency, chasing down clients, hustling non-stop. It was a timeee and taught me a lot. I even handled the social media side of my agency, paid people, it sounds wild, but I made it work. Fast forward to today, and I’m in more corporate creative roles, and honestly? It has changed my life tremendously. My hustle looks different now—way more balanced. I’m a team player girl through and through, and the contracts and roles I’m in today allow me to shine in that light. I get to do what I do best, make magic with limited stress, all while working towards a common goal with some pretty dope people. I’ve stepped out of my comfort zone, met some amazing people, and grown so much. And let’s not forget the wild experiences—I mean, I met Jill Scott last year at work. TWICE. Like, come on! My work life is now more enjoyable, fulfilling, and intentional—and the best part? I do 80% of it from home. Never thought I’d be this happy at work while not working for myself, but I found my balance, and it works for me.

Slow down and just listen to yourself. It’s so easy to get caught up in what’s popular or what everyone else is doing, but the magic is in what makes you feel alive. So, pay attention to the moments when you’re truly excited, when you’re working on something and it just clicks.

Sometimes, what you care about isn’t always what’s obvious. Look for inspiration outside of your craft—whether it's a song, a walk outside, a good convo, or just soaking in life. A lot of times, our passions sneak up on us in the quiet moments.

And don’t be afraid to experiment, try new things, and even fail. It’s all part of the process. You’re not going to get it all figured out in one go, and that’s okay.

Most importantly, trust that your voice is unique. What you care about will come through when you’re being real with yourself. It won’t always be clear or easy, but the journey of figuring it out is just as important as the destination.