I tell visual stories of my people, who deserve to be recognized with passion, determination, and natural curiosity by interpreting the history and culture that has determined my life in the far western mountains of North Carolina. I bring my unique perspective as an African American woman to an area where we are guided by other people’s views that make us seem to be invisible. As an experienced artist, skilled in drawing and painting, I dispel the stereotype that there are no qualified Black artists in our region by painting personal stories, making the invisible visible. My work, expressed on canvas, in oil paints, and charcoal, can enlighten viewers about the power that comes from the spirit of my people.