My love for the Arts began when I followed in my brother’s footsteps, attending a local Art class with him at the age of 7. I learnt to paint with a range of mediums (watercolour, acrylic, then oil) over a period of 10 years. My deaf brother used Art to express himself when he found it difficult to use words, which had a profound impact on me to pursue an artistic route. This has allowed me to understand the necessity of communication and the importance of having a voice.