Four Ballerinas (Misty's Dream) (2018) (16 x 20 Unframed) while the figure expands outward

while the figure expands outward — no longer shackled

Depicting five black girls in dresses made of newsprint

I Am Somebody

and boundless creativity

It draws inspiration from Misty Copeland

Four Ballerinas (Misty's Dream) (2018) (16 x 20 Unframed) while the figure expands outward2 2 The painting "Four Ballerinas" or "Misty's Dream" portrays a scene that symbolizes the evolution of ballet in the 21st Century. It draws inspiration from Misty Copeland, a Missouri born ballerina who made history by becoming the first African American woman to attain the role of principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre in 2015, marking a significant milestone in the company's 75 year history. Copeland's achievement carries a powerful