After I studied photography, which included analyzing countless images of bodies displayed for observation, my artwork became driven by a question: How do I depict a lived body instead of an observed body? In truth, this question is a paradox, a source of tension and humor in my work. When I randomly pour ink and begin painting and drawing around it, the ink appears more alive and “real” than the added elements. The most accidental part of the painting suddenly becomes familiar and relatable, inviting the viewer to connect beyond merely gazing at the other.