Hello! I’m a transgender artist passionate about both special effects makeup and clinical psychology. As a proud high school and cosmetology school graduate, I dedicated my senior year to attending the Regional Occupational Center’s School of Cosmetology while completing my remaining high school courses online. I am now preparing for my California Cosmetology Board exam in June! Art and self-expression are at the core of who I am. I find beauty in the unconventional and thrive on creating outside-of-the-box art. I am my own canvas. My makeup is not only a passion but also a profound expression of self-love. The ability to bring artistic visions to life through makeup and embrace the beauty of others is what has drawn me towards cosmetology and special effects makeup. Equity and social activism are incredibly important to me. Over the past four years, I have actively engaged in my community through my personal social life and volunteering. I live true to my morals and beliefs everyday. I strive to advocate for myself and others. I make an effort to continuously educate myself on social topics while also evaluating and reflecting on myself and my beliefs. I cherish humanity and aim to make a positive impact in people’s lives. This commitment has drawn me to clinical psychology and to one day open a shelter of my own.