Alyssa Higby

I’ve been drawing since childhood. As an autistic, ADHD, queer kid in the 90s, I faced bullying and struggled with feelings of isolation. Art became my outlet, and it was always nurtured by my parents. However, my childhood art often raised concerns among teachers, which led me to hide my true self. I started sanitizing my work, only creating what I thought others would accept. Today, I’m no longer interested in hiding. My partner and I began the process of becoming foster parents, and in doing so, we realized our childhoods were far from typical. With the support of therapy and in response to the current political climate, I feel compelled to share my art with the world. My hope is that it resonates with others who struggle with fear, healing, and feelings of loneliness.