garden ✿✻
other, non-design things that bring me joy!
powerlifting
i started powerlifting in september 2024! despite being the definition unathletic growing up, opting to take art or language courses instead of physical education, i’ve found so much joy in building strength and improving my technique in squat, bench, and deadlift. in february 2025, i competed at USAPL’s georgia state championship, where i won 1st place for my weight class!
taking photos is so fun! i'm so grateful to be able to capture and document moments with family and friends, in unique places, and of everyday things. i particularly love film— i thrifted a canon autoboy luna when i went to japan a few years ago, which i still use to this day.
i also love the look and feel of retro digital cameras, and use these often!
it was my dream to own a teahouse when i was a little girl! now, i find so much joy in brewing coffee and tea, trying out new flavors, and experimenting with latte recipes.
i recently designed branding for and hosted my first home cafe for my upcoming coffee business, ahwak (أهواك, which means ‘i love you’ in arabic). it doubles as a play on words, as 'ahwa' (قهوة) means 'coffee'. i’m looking forward to growing this craft further :)
brewing coffee