If you turn around here,
you can walk back, safely;
you will lose no face. I will think no less of you.
-Neil Gaiman, Instructions

Words and art are the very essence of my being, and without them, the earth is a dark and miserable place.

My name is Hannah, and it is a dream of mine to one day become an artist, or a writer, or if I get lucky, I would love to be both. I am most inspired by “dark art.” Anything that can be described as moody, conceptual, or even horrific is an inspiration, and in turn the inspiration becomes my driving force.

I am generally a pessimistic individual; by expecting the worst, it’s difficult to be disappointed by an outcome. I carry myself as though I am completely and unwaveringly secure with who I am. People don’t pay attention to anything you say or do if you present an image of being a closed up individual, so I hold my head high as I pass by, even when I just want to shrink away from everyone. I also have an inquisitive personality, and have the urge to examine every possible thing.

I believe that “sexiness” can be achieved by everyone, regardless of size, shape or style. It’s how it’s achieved that makes it important. Prancing around in next to nothing isn’t sexy, it’s slutty. Sexy leaves something to a person’s imagination and makes them wonder instead of giving it all away. Sleeves are great, because they cover up, can be different lengths, and they’re one of those things that look great on everyone. Sexy is also what makes a person comfortable. Even something as simple as hair colour should be done the way you want it to be done. Ignore the ignorant people who claim that it’s boring.

And finally, I’ll end this by reminding everyone that there is no such thing as an average teen, we are always changing and we are trying to find out who we are, and that is what makes us truly amazing. And even though I know it’s a horribly over-used cliché, remember to be yourself, because individuality is what makes this world an awe-inspiring place.

• Eyeliner. It’s life, adore it.
• Johnny Depp.
• Watching old CSI episodes to kill boredness.
• Watching old Grey’s Anatomy episodes to eliminate sadness.
• Going to Mandarin on the last Friday of every month with friends.
• The Colour Blue.
• The Shade Black.
• Writing Poetry
• Quotes
• Burmese Pythons
• Ginger Snaps
• Resident Evil
• Linkin Park
• Friends
• Drawing
• Writing Stories
• People’s eyes. They’re the most telling and unique feature of the human body. They tell our emotions and give us away even when our faces are like stone.