I never thought I'd ever really end up in art school. Even after I applied for LaGuardia High School, I knew I might get in. But I never really considered the entire fact that I could be making art a part of my everyday life. During the application for LaGuardia High School we had to audition. We were asked to draw random objects and random scenes. I remember the only person who ever really wished me luck besides my parents was my best friend at the time. I did not know it then but we would the most memorable three years of our lives. Later on he'd just become my inspiration and my person to go to when I had problems for life and what to do with my art. Always pushing me to be and do better. The art I made was for us to enjoy together.

We don't talk anymore, my best friend and I. But I won't forget the courage that person gave me. The courage to be myself and express myself through my work.

I hope we both win in life and maybe in another life we can be friends again.