In a world that's fixated on fitting people into predefined boxes, I've always felt like a puzzle piece that didn't quite fit. But instead of succumbing to the pressure to conform, I choose to embrace the complexity of who I am. My background, as an American influenced by a blend of Indian and Czech cultures, adds layers to this puzzle, with each culture contributing its own vibrant hue to the canvas of my identity.
Growing up in a small Massachusetts town where conformity was the norm, I found solace in the rebellious spirit of skateboarding. Thrasher Magazine became my gospel, its pages plastered on my walls like a manifesto of defiance. I dared to defy expectations, to embrace the raw energy of rockstars and the freedom of baggy clothes.
While my skateboarding days might be behind me, the spirit of nonconformity still courses through my veins. Those formative years instilled in me a keen eye for popular culture, an understanding of what makes hearts race and minds buzz. I learned that fitting in is overrated, while being daringly, unapologetically yourself is the epitome of cool.
My heritage is part of the unique lens through which I view the world. I'm captivated by individuality, intrigued by the stories knit into each unique soul. And in the realm of creativity, I find my sanctuary—the canvas, my playground; the problem, my puzzle; the solution, my masterpiece.