Hi friends and family,

For those that know me well, you may know that this year has been a huge uphill battle for me. Now, I am humbly reaching out because two of the things I rely on most for teaching and creating have both broken recently — my iPad and my favorite violin.

My iPad was water damaged and no longer works, along with my Apple Pencil. I used it every day for teaching violin lessons, drawing (which many of you know I love), making flyers, and editing music. Around a few months ago, my violin, one that I’ve loved and played for years — also broke and now needs repairs before I can use it again.

These tools aren’t just objects to me. They’re how I teach, how I share music/art, and how I stay connected to creativity. Losing them both at once has been really hard.

I know I can’t do this alone. If you’re able to contribute, it will go directly toward replacing my iPad and repairing my violin so I can keep teaching, keep drawing, and keep making music.

Thank you for reading, supporting, and caring about me and my art.

--Lys