I am a dancer, choreographer, and educator that puts community at the forefront of my practice. When in the creative process, there is an invitation to allow all aspects of myself and others into the room, recognizing that everyone’s unique identity is what ascribes significance to the art form. Deep embodied listening, empathetic responding, and intuitive writing are often used in my practice. I conceive movement by using materials from my cultural, social, and familial background which results in the unearthing of memories. These memories then eventually translate into improvisational scores, movement generation, and storytelling. I am interested not only in my artistic voice, but in how my peers and collaborators respond to prompts. Dance is a relational act so even when in solo practice, I am in communion with the space, music, and textures that surround me. Dance is home to me, and with that I strive to create works that feel like home. Joy is also a huge part of my personal philosophy as a creator. While not all work is meant to evoke a sense of pleasure, I am a practitioner of encouraging joy in the act of creation.