EIP: Can you share how your identity as a first-generation Jamaican-American has shaped your sense of self and your artwork?
DIANA: Though it’s not always at the forefront of my mind when I’m creating, my Jamaican-American identity does influence my work in subtle yet meaningful ways. For example, I often gravitate toward bold and primary colors, which I believe carry significant cultural meanings. Take the Jamaican flag, for instance—its colors symbolize strength, resilience, and unity. Growing up in a culture that values resourcefulness, I learned that creativity doesn’t require wealth or abundant materials. It’s about making something valuable from what you have. In that sense, my heritage has taught me to create meaning, not just objects.