Raeghn Draper is a Chicago-based writer, community organizer, and painter. At the core of their artistic expression lies the connection between grief, play, and the unfolding narrative of their life. For Raeghn, the canvas became a sacred space where emotions are laid bare and layers of pain are delicately unraveled through each brush stroke. This therapeutic engagement with art allowed Raeghn to confront their inner turmoil and infuse a sense of joy and liberation into the act of creation, embodying the concept of play within their artistic practice.