Along side working on art, I have been rock climbing for 15+ years
I grew up competing trying to pursue some sort of greatness

My motivation for climbing often changed and was challenged but there was a lot good that came from that

This sport did not come naturally to me, which made me appreciate the process of progression

How to get stronger and how to be better, not just in this sport but in life

A massive problem that I ran into was a lack of confidence and intimidation, getting it into my head that I don’t belong in this sport all because I would compare myself to everyone else

But time and time again, the climbing community proves what it is about, being an open world that inspires and helps push people who are interested regardless of your starting point

This sport has taken me to different states and regions with purpose and the unexpected