My name is Kiki, and I am a jewellery artist born in Italy to an Egyptian family, currently based in Canada. My practice is deeply shaped by my experience of moving between cultures and navigating a sense of not fully belonging. Growing up in Italy with Egyptian roots, I often felt caught between identities. That feeling followed me when I moved to Canada in 2018, where I once again had to redefine my place and sense of self.Art became a way for me to process these experiences. It offered me a language when words felt insufficient, and a space where I could explore identity, emotion, and connection. Through this process, I discovered jewellery as my primary medium since it felt like a form that was both intimate and powerful. Jewellery exists close to the body, making it uniquely capable of carrying personal meaning, memory, and emotion.My work focuses on emotional storytelling, connection, and the unseen experiences people carry. I am particularly interested in how jewellery can act as a quiet form of support, something that reassures the wearer, holds their story, and reminds them of their strength. This perspective is central to my thesis project, The Glow of Effort, where I have created personalized pieces that honour the struggles, resilience, and efforts of individuals in my life. Each piece becomes a reflection of lived experience, transforming jewellery into a symbol of recognition and self-appreciation.Through my practice, I aim to move beyond surface-level design and instead create work that is deeply relational. I want to understand the people I design for, translating their emotions and stories into wearable forms. My goal is to create jewellery that helps individuals feel seen, valued, and grounded, especially those who, like me, have experienced moments of feeling like they do not belong.Ultimately, I hope my work encourages people to embrace their individuality, acknowledge their personal journeys, and wear their experiences with pride.