Each of the paintings in this visual diary is created using acrylic and flashe paint on a printed velvet surface, giving them a distinctive texture and depth. The use of flashe paint adds a vibrant, matte finish that contrasts beautifully with the lush background of the velvet, bringing each abstract form to life, reflecting them as seeds, embryos, or gems.

This series is more than just an artistic endeavor; it's a personal diary, a collection of moments forgotten in the hustle of daily life. Each abstract composition is a reminder of the complex and unpredictable journey we've embarked on, encapsulating the delicate balance of caring deeply and the necessity of letting go. The "Foster Paintings" represent the passage of time, as a caregiver and an artist, reflecting the profound love for children who have come into our lives, if only for a brief time.

This work responds to the concept of creating a “utopian” parental society, highlighting how fostering, as a specific form of parenting, challenges traditional views of family structures. Parenting, in its essence, is a kaleidoscope of diverse experiences, a multiverse of nurturing children. Fostering, while distinctly different from most parent experiences, opens avenues for profound community engagement and prompts a reevaluation of the core tenets of parenthood.

 An observation I share with other parents that encapsulates this complexity revolves around the financial strain of raising children. Interestingly, in our situation of fostering a semi-permanent two-year-old, the government subsidizes daycare costs. This is a huge win! I tell my fellow parents, all you have to do to get free daycare is live with the unsettling awareness that the child can be taken away at any moment.

Through my artwork, I engage in a dual process of reflection and advocacy. On one hand, it serves as a meditation on the hardships and stress inherent in the fostering process. On the other, it acts as a platform for dialogue about fostering's role in creating a true sense of community and the multifaceted nature of parenthood. My exhibitions are not just displays of art; they are opportunities to spark conversation and deepen understanding about these crucial and complex aspects of our social fabric.