"I wanted to incorporate several aspects at once without making the piece overwhelming. All of the stickers represent some part of the story of black excellence and Juneteenth. We have the crown for power and specifically Charlotte, the Juneteenth flag, peace, love that incorporates the colors represented by Juneteenth."

Blue Base: Represents the Carolinas

Script Pattern: Kalin's handwriting, spells "June"

Flowers: Kailn's signature artistic elements, a reminder of her grandmother and childhood

Purple: A prominent color in the black community and loves the royal symbolism

Fist Bump: A gesture of symbolism for Kalin's culture

Stickers: A core piece of Kalin's artwork. The first crown is her signature. The heart incorporates the traditional Juneteenth/African colors. The far right sticker is the Juneteenth Flag.

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