"True American" is an ongoing photographic project that explores the intersection of Black identity and American symbolism. Through powerful portraits and intimate stories, I examine what it means to be both Black and American, reflecting on the complexities of race, patriotism, and national identity. Inspired by thinkers like James Baldwin and W.E.B. Du Bois, this project aims to challenge stereotypes and offer a deeper understanding of the Black experience in America. "True American" invites viewers to question what it means to belong and to consider the multifaceted realities that shape our collective identity.