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the pain is perceived as your own fault

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guilt

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the 7 stages of grief

THE SEVEN STAGES OF GRIEF is a narrative-driven visual project I concepted and directed to examine grief within the context of racial injustice. I translated each stage into symbolic visual language, using portraiture, atmosphere, and emotional expression to guide viewers through a cohesive story of loss and processing.

The project was later commissioned by Creative Spirits Behavioral Health as a therapeutic tool for grief workshops supporting families affected by racial trauma, including those connected to the loss of Breonna Taylor. The work demonstrates how intentional creative direction can bridge art, advocacy, and healing through a unified visual system.

Role: Creative Director, Art Director, Photographer, Makeup Artist
Scope: Concept development, visual narrative, casting, lighting, prop styling, shoot execution, and post-production.

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denial

a subconscious refusal to cope with reality

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desperation to trade feelings with a sense of relief

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bargaining

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anger

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a deep hatred for the circumstances

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a time of loneliness and reflection on what's lost

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depression

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acceptance

the gradual process that moves towards hope

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shock

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a state of disbelief and numbed feelings

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