once upon a time, ... began where all great stories do, the beginning. In 9th grade, I sketched in charcoal a queen sitting on her throne. (Legend was the weapons welded onto it belonged to those that tried to take her crown.) I painted in greyscale to maintain the resemblance. I grew with perspective and accurate proportions. She reminds me to be unapologetic for protecting her self-worth and self-confidence. I started with the final victory because I am telling a story in a unique manner.