Spider, a multi-disciplinary artist and performer, originally from the DMV area, is currently based in Brooklyn, NY, just recently receiving their Bachelor of Fine Arts in Glass from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Beyond honing her craft, she harbors a deep-seated aspiration to integrate her artistic endeavors with the healing power of art therapy. Driven by a desire to use art as a vehicle for connection and exploration, Spiders's practice serves as a tangible manifestation of their experiences as a queer, Black, multiracial, woman. Using a multitude of mediums — from glass to hair to performance to found objects — she endeavors to create work that authentically reflects her lived realities. Through their art, they seek to not only share their narrative but also to foster empathy and understanding among viewers, inviting them to embrace differences and cultivate openness in their hearts and minds. Spider's journey as an artist is deeply intertwined with their aspiration to become an art therapist. She envisions merging her creative expertise with therapeutic principles to support others in their healing journeys, using art as a catalyst for self-expression, introspection, and personal growth. As she continues to develop her skills and expand her artistic horizons, she remains steadfast in her commitment to using art as a tool for connection, empowerment, and healing.
