They Love Me, They Love Me Not

This piece explores my identity and the beliefs shaped by my upbringing. As a child, I sought love and validation, but as an adult, I question what those terms truly mean. I created a collage using my neglected childhood artwork alongside notes from a philosophy class that resonated with my feelings of doubt and longing. These notes reflect my struggle to understand why I was placed in my situation and environment. By layering these elements, I reflect on how early experiences shape self-worth and ask viewers to reconsider what it means to be seen, valued, and understood.