Poetic art is the story behind the art in a poetic form about history, where I'm from, where I'm going, what I believe in, who I am, and/or spiritual dreams, mission, and vision.
I, Hope Parker, was born and raised downtown New Orleans. I grew up in a culture of cooking, music, dance, and arts and crafts. Art was a fun activity I indulged in from time to time. The talent is a family gift from my father's father. I enjoyed walking through the French Quarters art galleries and dreamed of being a fashion designer one day. I attended McDonald 35 Senior High, but due to Hurricane Katrina, I graduated from Westside High in Houston, Texas. After graduating high school I moved back home and worked full time while attending Delgado, then William Carey for nursing prerequisites. In between time beginning 2010, I unconsciously started a spiritual transition. I cut my hair natural, pierced the frontlet between my eyes, and took heed to spiritual messages. My thoughts and feelings are expressed in poetry to describe the story behind my art. August 2012, I enrolled in Dillard University School of Nursing. and graduated in May 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I completed Doula training with Sista Midwife Productions in November 2014 and became a part of Birthmark Doula Collective shortly after. People often ask, “What’s your focus?” This is a difficult conversation in one setting. Art, nature, and spirituality is a way of life. I dream of a world where we can live holistically in nature, health, and beauty. Originality and authenticity of species and spirit is my highest value. I am working my way into the art world to continue sharing this vision with the world.