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" Because I loved dance, I always need to be physical and moving, so photography that is more tactile made more sense. "

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" I was depressed at a very young age - mental illness runs in my family, especially on the female side. "

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" I know having a social media profile removed is a 21st century privileged problem - but it is the way a lot of us live. These profiles mimic our physical selves and a lot of the time are even more important. They are ways to connect with an audience, to start discussion, and to create change. "

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