!con: “Exclaim Inclusion”

Exclaim Inclusion explores individuality, accessibility, and shared human experience through color, movement, and texture. While the original concept began with structured elements, the piece evolved into a more fluid form reflecting the reality that inclusion is not rigid, but dynamic and ever-changing. The cascading colors represent diverse experiences, each moving at its own pace while existing together in one space. Tactile elements invite sensory engagement, reinforcing accessibility beyond the visual. At the base, a mirrored surface with layered handprints encourages viewers to see themselves within the work, reminding us that inclusion is something we actively create together.

Free to Be Arts is an inclusive arts service dedicated to providing creative, visual, and performing arts experiences to children and adults with disabilities and developmental disorders. The business seeks to create a safe, expressive space where individuals are empowered through creativity and supported in their personal growth. We will operate on a fee-for-service model and aim to expand from home-based or mobile sessions to a dedicated studio space in the long term.

Instagram: @freetobearts

Part of !cons 2026