This piece came together unexpectedly. I had this idea floating around—wanting people to write on a canvas and share their own stories—but I wasn’t exactly sure how to bring it to life. So I called Justine, who’s been a huge influence and guide for me in this art world. I explained the concept, and with a bit of hesitation, asked if she’d ever consider letting me use one of her pieces as the base. To my surprise, she gave me an enthusiastic yes. Over the next few weeks, Hopes, Dreams, and Fears started to take shape. We set up the piece at the Fishtown Music & Arts Festival and invited passersby to contribute. It was powerful watching the reactions—some too shy to share a fear, others bold enough to bare their soul. But each one left a little piece of themselves behind.