About Tarra Lu

Born in Brooklyn, NY to Haitian parents, my art weaves together heritage, healing, and personal transformation.

Living in Haiti for four formative years, I witnessed resilience and joy thriving through community. The warmth, humor, and unwavering spirit of Haitian people, especially the women who surrounded me, taught me invaluable lessons about strength and beauty.

Growing up between two worlds—my deep Haitian roots and American experience—shaped not only my perspective but my artistic voice. While I rarely saw positive images of Black women in media, I was surrounded by women who were strong, beautiful, brilliant, and effortlessly vibrant. This contrast sparked my passion to create art that celebrates the authentic beauty and complexity of women.

My journey to becoming an artist wasn’t traditional. While art was always my sanctuary, I first pursued a BA in Legal Studies from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, exploring different cultures through study abroad experiences in Costa Rica and Argentina.

But art kept calling.

What began as experimenting with whatever materials I had blossomed into a realization—art was my true purpose. Through bold colors and fluid forms, I explore cultural duality, creating pieces that speak to anyone navigating their own path between tradition and transformation.

Now based in Charlotte, NC, I create abstract works that weave together cultures, memories, and dreams. Each piece channels the vibrant spirit of my heritage while embracing contemporary expression, creating spaces where tradition meets transformation.

As an artist, instructor, and life coach certified in Reiki healing, I’ve spent over a decade exploring how creativity and personal growth intertwine.

Through my art and YouTube channel, I share my creative process and spiritual wisdom, empowering other women to connect deeply with their own stories.

I believe art doesn’t just transform spaces—it awakens the soul to its own beautiful journey.

My work celebrates the rich complexity of cultural identity while inviting others to discover their own path to authentic expression.