Art by Arthur Beraha

Arthur Beraha-Bio
Growing up as an adopted son, I felt lost. I searched for a connection to someone or something.
I found nothing. I felt nothing. I was hurt and empty. I could neither sympathize nor empathize
with anyone, and that all became a recipe for disaster.
It was not until years later, in solitary confinement, where my world flipped. I found my birth
mother. I found my connection to someone. It created the spark that I desperately needed to
see humanity again. Something so simple placed my life path on a journey of self-discovery.
And believe me, I’ve experienced a lot.
From this, I redeveloped my view of the world and my role in it. I saw a path to redemption.
Since then, I try to live my life to honor those I’ve irreparably harmed.
Through my passion for justice, I found purpose through art. I’ve found meaning. I’ve found
peace. I hope everyone finds their purpose and has the courage to search within. Sometimes
the journey is long, but it will undoubtedly be meaningful. Straight up.