“Nothing is off limits, nothing is taboo, nothing is safe. If it isn't confrontational, it's a waste of space, time, and energy. It isn't technical. It wasn't taught in an institution. It exists because it has to. It isn't part of a scene. It isn't hip. It ain't all that serious. It is real. It's been created in Italy, DC, and Atlanta amongst struggles and disappointments, internal and external. It is always victorious.It doesn't care what you or I think of it. It is my art. ”- Tariqa Waters