The Perfect Performance
Medium: Digital Painting and Print
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"The circus has come to town, and tonight is the big show! Molly, a shy clown who communicates through ASL, She isn't sure she’s ready for her very first solo performance. This children’s picture book follows her journey through stage fright and shows how family and friends can help when worries feel too big to face alone.
I wanted to incorporate ASL authentically, studying each sign’s movement, shape, and expression to portray it accurately through Molly. While researching, I noticed how little ASL representation exists in children’s books, which made this project even more important to me. It was crucial that I made it clear that Molly isn’t defined by her muteness; she's sweet, bubbly, playful, and loves juggling. Step into the circus with her and her siblings!"
