05/07/2026
Being branded by another human takes away autonomy because it shifts the focus of control from the self to an external oppressor, signaling ownership and restricting an individual's ability to define their own identity. This act turns a person into a "labeled" object, replacing their complex humanity with a permanent, visible mark of subjugation.
To my client "I came, I saw, I conquered" is so fitting, I hope you heal in ways that make you never question your birthright to your own sovereignty. Thank you for trusting me with your story and with this art.
