In this conversation, Kyira Wackett and Tracy Piper explore themes of authenticity, mental health, and the power of art as a means of self-expression and healing. Tracy shares her journey from feeling unseen and unworthy to embracing her identity as an artist and community builder. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, the impact of personal struggles on creativity, and the significance of finding support and connection in a world that often feels isolating. The conversation emphasizes the beauty of imperfection and the necessity of self-love and acceptance.

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THE TRACY PIPER (b. Oakland, CA, 1987) is a contemporary painter, muralist, author and art activist. Best known for her vibrant portraits and figurative acrylic paintings, Piper’s illustrative work tackles social constructs in an abstract-realist style. She has shown at SCOPE and SELECT in Miami, FL; stARTup Art Fair in San Francisco and Los Angeles, CA; SCOPE New York, NY; and exhibits internationally. In 2017 Tracy competed on the GSNTV show “Skin Wars: Fresh Paint” and emerged victorious! Tracy’s murals span both coasts with a focus on positive and inclusive messaging. Her debut book “Worthy,” along with the latest “SEEN,” “SEEN Vol. 2,” and “SEEN Vol. 3,” are available through Voss Gallery Books. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Illustration from California College of the Arts and is represented by Voss Gallery.

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