I started with an idea, but not necessarily a plan. I experimented with different techniques, styles, and poses until the piece began to come together naturally. More than anything, I was having fun doing what I love—taking photographs and experimenting in Photoshop and Illustrator without worrying too much about following a specific formula.

I was incredibly excited when I found out that my piece had been selected for the literary magazine. I later had the opportunity to present it at an awards dinner, where I shared the ideas and creative process behind Mirrors, the title I eventually gave the piece. I chose the name because I loved the idea of the final image representing more than just a portrait—it felt like a reflection of the model, my artistic style, and the experimentation that went into creating it.