I created this self-portrait during a time where I was trying to balance my anxiety and panic attacks. I wanted to capture that particular moment when the wave of unwarranted thoughts hit your mind sending you in a mental downward spiral. For me, I’m often frozen in place when this happens, which explains the expression I’m holding on the right side of the painting. The left side is a complete abstract mess, representing the nonsense that fills me when anxiety hits.
-E.
Based in New York City, Erica Huang is the creator and voice behind Bouge & Rouge. This blog is a playground of her thoughts where she invites you to join her on her journey through her 20s. Erica shares her lifestyle, fashion and beauty tips, adventures, and personal thoughts with the goal of inspiring others to always persevere and be unapologetically yourself.