Blank Canvas was a 72-day project for Professor Julie Elman’s Creative Process class at Ohio University. The goal was to dedicate time each day to creating and sharing work on Instagram. During my first year of grad school, I struggled with perfectionism and imposter syndrome as a photographer. Facing a blank canvas daily allowed me to focus on creating without overthinking the outcome. Each piece was made without starting over, encouraging experimentation with different mediums. Through this process, I explored my mental health and openly expressed my identity as a queer individual, turning the project into a visual diary. It became more than just an artistic exercise—it was a stepping stone in my journey of self-discovery.
