It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

In this time of growing tension and unrest, frivolity has quickly withered-- only essential things have remained. In an effort to establish themselves as one of these essential things, Vogue has pivoted its much anticipated September issue to provide a platform for the unexpectedly inspiring-- ranging from average do-gooders to celebrated influences.

I had the privilege to sit down with Cienna Smith, a young artist based in Washington Heights, Manhattan

who has been observing the gradual evolution of the city for the past three years.