

I haven't made a post like this in a while... I spent 7 years pushing to break into the world of illustration. 7 years spent struggling to find a reason to keep drawing for others or even myself. 7 years thinking I would never be able to break through to the other side and FINALLY have people see my work. The gratitude I feel for what you all have done for me is endless. I feel lucky every day that I am now able to do something that brings me joy. It may not be illustration, but it has opened new creative avenues for me to explore like photography and fashion. I've never been able to seriously delve into projects like this before. All together, you have granted me the opportunity to keep pursuing my creative interests while raising funds for my long term dream and goal- my boxing gym. I have been saving with this goal in mind for years now. Your support and enthusiasm blows me away. Every person who donates and supports this page is actively helping me construct this gym. Thank you. Thank you all for everything you have done for me. I hope this year I can continue to make content that you enjoy and fingers crossed that by the end of summer, we will have the gym AND my tiny house!! I will be able to have a small art studio built within the gym itself for photoshoots and just a place for me to create whatever my heart desires! ...and of course... it will all be thanks to you. I hope to get the chance to hug you one day and thank you in person for the kindness you have shown me. ~ Red