I AM Beautiful, I AM Loved, I AM Enough
Artist Statement
Born and raised in Detroit, MI, Erica Smith is the visionary behind Fortunate Fourth Creations, founded in May 2023. A lifelong creative, Erica saw firsthand how many women and girls, no matter how beautiful they were, struggled to see their own beauty. This inspired her first product— Affirmation Paintings—centered around the powerful message: I Am Beautiful, I Am Loved, I Am Enough. Believing that art should be accessible to everyone, even those who never considered themselves artists, Erica designed pre-drawn canvases with art therapy in mind. She started as a vendor at pop-up shops and events, offering people an easy and meaningful way to engage with creativity. Now, Erica is expanding her impact by hosting events and collaborating with organizations to create safe spaces where people can explore their artistic side, express themselves, and find healing through art. Through Fortunate Fourth Creations, she continues to uplift and empower others, proving that art is for everyone.
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