Artist statement

My movement philosophy and approach are rooted in artistry, musicality, and community. Connection with my body and grounding myself are very important to me as an artist. This allows me to be present and makes my movement feel intentional. Another key philosophy is that the body is both a tool and an instrument for storytelling. Creating unique undulations and using different pathways to boldly shape spaces are among the ways I am drawn to dance. Athleticism is an important tool that allows me to move with clarity and power while simultaneously telling stories. Technical precision and physical strength support my ability to communicate my movement narrative and emotional depth.

Creativity and authenticity are key themes for me. Imagination is vital to my artistic process, and the freedom and limitless ideas it offers have elevated my artistry with clarity and intentionality while staying true to my artistic voice. At the heart of my artistic values is a strong commitment to community. My goal as an artist is to uplift voices and foster connections among various artists. Dance functions as a form of service. I serve audiences through my creative vessel, using my collaborators' diverse stories in movement.

My movement practice is informed by training in classical ballet, modern techniques such as the Lester Horton technique and the Martha Graham technique, and theater jazz. I am especially influenced by the work of artists such as Lester Horton, Bob Fosse, and Alvin Ailey, whose approaches to musicality, specificity, and clarity within their respective techniques, as well as expressive movement, have shaped my understanding of performance and what it means to be a dancer. I draw inspiration from a variety of different musical mediums that particularly use musicality and rhythm to deepen storytelling and connection with audiences. 

Being part of something larger than myself is one of the reasons I am drawn to this art form. Dance is a continuum, shaped by the countless artists who came before me and those who will come after. Because of this, the intended impact of my work extends beyond performance itself. My long-term goal as a dancer and artist is to leave the dance world better than I found it. I am deeply passionate about uplifting and inspiring the next generation of dancers. 

Through teaching, dancing, and choreography, I encourage young artists to connect their artistry with movement and to approach dance with intentionality. My intended impact is focused on the future in which dancers feel empowered to tell their stories and fully inhabit their artistic voices. While also seeking to merge physicality and theatrical expression to create movement that feels both technically grounded and emotionally resonant.