Representing a remarkable breakthrough in my life, "The Merge" resembles the discovery of my new self and the unison with the old.

Having moved to Brussels from Istanbul for my studies, entirely on my own, I have found immense freedom like I have never before. As a queer individual and as all my other dear LGBTQIA+ souls I have struggled, we all have - with self image, family/public pressure...

16 October 2022. I came out to a part of my family after having waited for so long, to be heard, seen, felt. And here I am now, standing up so tall despite all the troubling waters and viscous storms. After all the years I have finally found myself, I am comfortable with my own skin for the first time. Having broken down my own self only to rebuild from shatters, now my roots are stronger than ever before and I hope you all get to feel this one day and forever. I'm here to share this experience of mine for us all, to shine light and love, as love is louder than all. <3