Sophia Josephine Uhl
(she/her) Alum, Mentor
Sophia Josephine is a dreamer, activist, educator, and writer. She cares for the marginalized, the broken, and the souls who have been historically condemned. She is dedicated to lift the voices of the communities forced to remain silent. She is a mentally-ill woman. She is proud of how far she's come. She is passionate, she is kind, she is bright, she is strong, she is resilient, and she cherishes this gift of life. She is surrounded by love. She is excited for what the future holds and grateful for the rising sun.
Artist‘s Statement
I write to illuminate, empathize, collectivize, equalize, invite, comfort, feel, heal, invigorate, and free. Since childhood, the written word has been my solace. As a woman with mental illness, I experience BIG emotions, and the blank page allows me to unpack and celebrate my sensitivity. I am driven to investigate the plight of disenfranchised communities, empower voices rendered voiceless by systemic forces, explore the beauty of nature, and express my appreciation of life.