Artist Statement

My work focuses on the lives of working-class individuals, particularly single mothers navigating the complex balance between labor and caregiving. My motivation for this subject originates from my upbringing as the child of a single mother, where my family and I faced the challenges of living in poverty. These experiences shaped my understanding of the resilience and strength required to juggle the demands of work and family while navigating systemic barriers.

The current project follows a single mother working grueling 60- to 72-hour night shifts at a factory to support her family. While she’s away at work, her older children take on the responsibility of caring for their youngest sibling. I immerse myself in their lives and daily routines, spending extended time with the family to build trust and allow a deeper, more honest depiction of their experiences. My documentary approach emphasizes empathy, connection, and everyday experience. I use portrait photography and video to offer intimate narratives that reflect personal resilience and the broader social systems that shape daily life. My projects operate as both social documentaries and community-based art, examining themes of labor, gender, and social inequality.