--- title: Portfolio description: Explore vibrant watercolor portraits, botanical art, and insightful blogs on sustainability and social justice issues in my diverse creative portfolio. --- [Skip to content](https://shaneyu.art/portfolio#main-content) [![SY Final Logo](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/SY%20Final%20Logo.svg "SY Final Logo")](https://shaneyu.art/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://shaneyu.art) - [Portfolio + Blog](https://shaneyu.art/portfolio) - [About](https://shaneyu.art/about) - [Connect](https://shaneyu.art/contact) ## Art Portfolio Explore ## Recent Projects ![P80](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/P80.jpg) ### Portraits Medium: Watercolor [View](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/watercolor-portraits-series-1?hsLang=en) ![B6](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/Botanicals/B6.jpg) ### Botanicals Medium: Watercolor [View](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/botanicals?hsLang=en) ![176595778_2868761646721070_5255280589637093644_n_18219705835008199](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/Botanicals/Cards/Cards%20Cropped/176595778_2868761646721070_5255280589637093644_n_18219705835008199.jpg) ### Custom Cards Medium: Ink + Watercolor [View](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/cards?hsLang=en) # Blogs [![Girl receiving corporal punishment](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/girl.jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=girl.jpg "Girl receiving corporal punishment")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/corporal-punishment-in-canada?hsLang=en) ### [Corporal Punishment in Canada](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/corporal-punishment-in-canada?hsLang=en) An analysis of the laws and philosophies around corporal punishment and what Canada can do to move forward.    [![corporate volunteering](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/corporate%20volunteering.png?width=880&height=416&name=corporate%20volunteering.png "corporate volunteering")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/embracing-new-paths-for-volunteer-engagement?hsLang=en) ### [Embracing New Paths for Volunteer Engagement](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/embracing-new-paths-for-volunteer-engagement?hsLang=en) Formal volunteerism isn't enough to tackle systemic issues. How can volunteer coordinators impact corporate volunteers?   [![angry-mens-rights-activists](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/angry-mens-rights-activists-896609462.png?width=880&height=416&name=angry-mens-rights-activists-896609462.png "angry-mens-rights-activists")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/how-the-left-failed-men?hsLang=en) ### [How the Left Failed Men](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/how-the-left-failed-men?hsLang=en) Exploring how the left overlooked men's struggles, digital algorithms, influencers, and the call for introspection in today's cultural battleground.   [![literacy-and-education-463273960](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/literacy-and-education-463273960.png?width=864&height=416&name=literacy-and-education-463273960.png "literacy-and-education-463273960")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/ucp-de-regulates-homeschooling?hsLang=en) ### [How UCP's De-regulation of Homeschooling May Harm Children](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/ucp-de-regulates-homeschooling?hsLang=en) Unraveling the homeschooling debate: Flexibility, regulations, and the need for further research.     [![illegal-organ-harvesting-633632206](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/illegal-organ-harvesting-633632206.png "illegal-organ-harvesting-633632206")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-price-of-plasma-on-low-income-canadians?hsLang=en) ### [The Price of Plasma Donation on Low-Income Canadians](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-price-of-plasma-on-low-income-canadians?hsLang=en) Delving into paid plasma donation's impact on low-income Canadians, ethical concerns, and need for balanced approach to protect public healthcare.   [![big private college campus](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/greedy-private-colleges-387857321.png "big private college campus")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/albertas-private-colleges-scams-deception-calls-for-regulation?hsLang=en) ### [Alberta's Private Colleges: Scams, Deception, and Calls for Regulation](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/albertas-private-colleges-scams-deception-calls-for-regulation?hsLang=en) Unveiling the dark truth of private colleges in Alberta and the urgent need for regulation.       [![Canada is Dying](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/Canada%20is%20Dying.png?width=864&height=416&name=Canada%20is%20Dying.png "Canada is Dying")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/a-defense-of-harm-reduction-canada-is-not-dying?hsLang=en) ### [A Defense of Harm Reduction - Canada is (Not) Dying](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/a-defense-of-harm-reduction-canada-is-not-dying?hsLang=en) Exploring harm reduction, drug policies & social issues. Critiquing misconceptions, promoting evidence-based approaches.   [![Shane Homes](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/Shane%20Homes.png "Shane Homes")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/defining-esg-capitalism-sustainability-and-market-forces?hsLang=en) ### [Defining ESG: Capitalism, Sustainability, and Market Forces](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/defining-esg-capitalism-sustainability-and-market-forces?hsLang=en) Challenging misconceptions about ESG: Exploring its role, market impact, and the intersection of capitalism and sustainability.   [![inspire and social impact logo](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/inspire%20cropped.png "inspire and social impact logo")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/empowering-social-workers-and-students-embrace-the-path-of-innovation?hsLang=en) ### [Empowering Social Workers and Students: Embrace the Path of Innovation](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/empowering-social-workers-and-students-embrace-the-path-of-innovation?hsLang=en) Discover 'Inspire' - Empowering social workers & students through innovative design principles to transform the field of social work.   [![fancy-hotel-room-that-is-trashed](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/fancy-hotel-room-that-is-trashed-796755073%20(1).png?width=864&height=416&name=fancy-hotel-room-that-is-trashed-796755073%20(1).png "fancy-hotel-room-that-is-trashed")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-dirty-truth-about-housekeeping?hsLang=en) ### [The Dirty Truth About Housekeeping](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-dirty-truth-about-housekeeping?hsLang=en) Exploring the Challenges: Housekeeping in Hotels - From Labor Disputes to Safety Concerns, Unveiling the Hidden Realities.   [![the whale edited](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/the%20whale%20edited.png "the whale edited")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/am-i-disgusting-an-analysis-of-the-whale?hsLang=en) ### [Am I Disgusting? - An Analysis of The Whale](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/am-i-disgusting-an-analysis-of-the-whale?hsLang=en) Explore the complexities of acceptance and evangelism in 'The Whale. A critique of Christian Missionaries.    [![social-innovation-sustainability](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/social-innovation-sustainability-332272790.png "social-innovation-sustainability")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-rising-relevance-of-inspire-in-todays-landscape?hsLang=en) ### [The Rising Relevance of Inspire in Today's Landscape](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-rising-relevance-of-inspire-in-todays-landscape?hsLang=en) Discover how the Social Impact Lab bridges social work and design, unlocking innovative solutions for a more interconnected world. [![eternal-punishment-from-god-257394721](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/eternal-punishment-from-god-257394721.png?width=864&height=416&name=eternal-punishment-from-god-257394721.png "eternal-punishment-from-god-257394721")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-ethics-of-religious-deconstruction?hsLang=en) ### [The Ethics of Religious Deconstruction](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-ethics-of-religious-deconstruction?hsLang=en) Exploring Religion & Atheism: Diverse beliefs, respect, and the role of autonomy in religious discussions.   [![satan-in-heaven-343433311](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/satan-in-heaven-343433311.png "satan-in-heaven-343433311")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/emotional-blackmailing-hidden-atheism?hsLang=en) ### [Emotional Blackmailing & Hidden Atheism](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/emotional-blackmailing-hidden-atheism?hsLang=en) Join the discussion on navigating hidden beliefs within family and society.     [![fantasy-scenic-view-884472558](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/fantasy-scenic-view-884472558.png "fantasy-scenic-view-884472558")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/100-ice-breaker-questions-they-never-asked-you?hsLang=en) ### [100 Ice-Breaker Questions They Never Asked You](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/100-ice-breaker-questions-they-never-asked-you?hsLang=en) Explore 100 engaging questions that encompass topics spanning from personal, ethical, and environmental, to creative.   [![progressive-christianity-303067701](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/progressive-christianity-303067701.png?width=800&height=424&name=progressive-christianity-303067701.png "progressive-christianity-303067701")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/im-not-like-other-christians?hsLang=en) ### [I'm Not Like Other Christians](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/im-not-like-other-christians?hsLang=en) Exploring the nuances of progressive Christianity in a diverse world.      [![maze-of-cubicle](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/maze-of-cubicle.png "maze-of-cubicle")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/putting-clients-first-the-case-for-a-4-day-work-week?hsLang=en) ### [Putting Clients First: The Case for a 4-Day Work Week](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/putting-clients-first-the-case-for-a-4-day-work-week?hsLang=en) Elevate client support and social services with a 4-day work week. Explore the benefits of making the change.     [![receipts-776024891](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/receipts-776024891.png "receipts-776024891")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-hidden-hurdles-low-income-tax-filing-in-canada?hsLang=en) ### [The Hidden Hurdles: Low-Income Tax Filing in Canada](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-hidden-hurdles-low-income-tax-filing-in-canada?hsLang=en) Explore challenges in low-income tax filing in Canada and solutions for those with limited means. (Part 1)   [![turbotax](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/turbotax.png?width=1000&height=422&name=turbotax.png "turbotax")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/profits-vs.-accessibility-the-turbulence-of-turbotax?hsLang=en) ### [Profits vs. Accessibility: The Turbulence of Turb0tax](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/profits-vs.-accessibility-the-turbulence-of-turbotax?hsLang=en) Explore how other countries embrace return-free filing while Canada faces a battle against tax software lobby groups. (Part 2)   [![truth and reconciliation](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/Taredited.png "truth and reconciliation")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/year-round-reconciliation?hsLang=en) ### [Year-Round Reconciliation](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/year-round-reconciliation?hsLang=en) Explore insights from three Indigenous leaders on Truth and Reconciliation Day, emphasizing its year-round importance.   [![podcast-studio](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/podcast-studio-47979130.png "podcast-studio")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/transcripts-making-podcasts-accessible-to-all?hsLang=en) ### [Transcripts: Making Podcasts Accessible to All](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/transcripts-making-podcasts-accessible-to-all?hsLang=en) Discover how podcast transcripts bridge the gap to inclusive content, fostering accessibility and enhancing content generation.   [![andrewedited](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/andrewedited.png?width=1024&height=565&name=andrewedited.png "andrewedited")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/introduction-to-gender-based-online-hate-and-deepfakes?hsLang=en) ### [Intro to Gender-Based Online Hate & Deepfakes](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/introduction-to-gender-based-online-hate-and-deepfakes?hsLang=en) Explore online radicalization, and deepfakes in this engaging workshop for students and professionals.     [![SIL header image](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/headerimageSIL.png "SIL header image")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/echoes-of-impact-noteworthy-quotes-from-responsible-disruption?hsLang=en) ### [Echoes of Impact: Noteworthy Quotes from Responsible Disruption](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/echoes-of-impact-noteworthy-quotes-from-responsible-disruption?hsLang=en) Explore profound insights from each episode of 'Responsible Disruption' through its most memorable quotes. Discover wisdom in action.   [![headerimageSIL](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/headerimageSIL.png "headerimageSIL")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/noteworthy-quotes-from-responsible-disruption-part-2?hsLang=en) ### [Noteworthy Quotes from Responsible Disruption (Part 2)](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/noteworthy-quotes-from-responsible-disruption-part-2?hsLang=en) Discover memorable quotes from Responsible Disruption in the second part of the blog.     ![dad-wanting-a-baby-760815991](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/dad-wanting-a-baby-760815991.png?width=800&height=424&name=dad-wanting-a-baby-760815991.png "dad-wanting-a-baby-760815991") ### [Exploring the Motivations Behind Men Wanting Kids](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/decoding-dad-dreams-exploring-the-motivations-behind-men-wanting-kids?hsLang=en) A brief overview of Rivka Weinberg's book, "The Risk of a Lifetime" and exploring the ethics of natalism.     [![-god572108772](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/giant-christian-god572108772.png "-god572108772")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/beyond-tragedy-rethinking-gods-plan-for-innocent-victims?hsLang=en) ### [Beyond Tragedy: Rethinking God's Plan for Innocent Victims](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/beyond-tragedy-rethinking-gods-plan-for-innocent-victims?hsLang=en) Delve into the unjust impact of hell on marginalized communities, and the intersection of social justice with spirituality.   ![person-on-a-computer-applying-for-jobs-4142109](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/person-on-a-computer-applying-for-jobs-4142109.png "person-on-a-computer-applying-for-jobs-4142109") ### [Fostering Equity: Transparent Salary Disclosure in Job Postings](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/fostering-equity-transparent-salary-disclosure-in-job-postings?hsLang=en) Exploring the global shift toward job posting transparency and its impact on workplace equity and gender pay disparities.   [![job-interview-for-social-services-171805564](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/job-interview-for-social-services-171805564.png?width=800&height=424&name=job-interview-for-social-services-171805564.png "job-interview-for-social-services-171805564")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/non-profit-job-postings-without-salary-disclosure?hsLang=en) ### [Non-Profit Job Postings Without Salary Disclosure](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/non-profit-job-postings-without-salary-disclosure?hsLang=en) Exploring non-profit job postings without salary transparency. Uncovering the gaps in salary disclosure practices.       [![pastlives2](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/pastlives2.jpg "pastlives2")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/past-lives-a-mini-review-of-celine-songs-2023-masterpiece?hsLang=en) ### [Past Lives - A Mini Review of Celine Song's 2023 Masterpiece](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/past-lives-a-mini-review-of-celine-songs-2023-masterpiece?hsLang=en) Exploring the thought-provoking narrative of 'Past Lives' (2023) by delving into the complexities of choices, relationships, and alternate realities.       [![ann cho edited](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/ann%20cho%20edited.png "ann cho edited")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/chasing-change-a-ux-career-transition-spotlight-with-ann-cho?hsLang=en) ### [Chasing Change: A UX Career Transition Spotlight with Ann Cho](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/chasing-change-a-ux-career-transition-spotlight-with-ann-cho?hsLang=en) Ann Cho shares her insights on navigating CareerFoundry, the power of mentorship, and the art of building a standout portfolio.       [![inclucity-1](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/inclucity-1.jpg?width=2000&height=1219&name=inclucity-1.jpg "inclucity-1")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/discovering-inclusivity-outside-the-church?hsLang=en) ### [Finding Inclusivity Outside the Church](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/discovering-inclusivity-outside-the-church?hsLang=en) Explore my journey of finding new communities and expressing gratitude. Join the quest for inclusive and supportive spaces.       [![homeless-a-luxury-store-801937265](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/homeless-a-luxury-store-801937265.png "homeless-a-luxury-store-801937265")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/navigating-ethics-in-homeless-photography?hsLang=en) ### [Navigating Ethics in Homeless Photography](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/navigating-ethics-in-homeless-photography?hsLang=en) Explore the ethical nuances of homeless photography, from informed consent to inclusive representation, from a social work perspective.         [![-hard-butters-866931990](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/-hard-butters-866931990.png "-hard-butters-866931990")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/2024s-top-lip-balm-recipe?hsLang=en) ### [2024's  Top Lip Balm Recipe](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/2024s-top-lip-balm-recipe?hsLang=en) Discover the perfect DIY lip balm recipe for 2024! Simple, effective, and a game-changer for your lip care routine. Try it today!         [![college-building-in-downtown-178917355](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/college-building-in-downtown-178917355.png?width=800&height=424&name=college-building-in-downtown-178917355.png "college-building-in-downtown-178917355")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/discovering-inclusivity-outside-the-church?hsLang=en) ### [The Sales Dynamic in Private Career College Admissions](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-sales-dynamics-in-private-career-college-admissions?hsLang=en) Explore the sales-centric reality of private career college admissions—revealing high-volume outreach and referral bonuses.       [![-being-evicted-from-their-home-704748537](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/-being-evicted-from-their-home-704748537.png "-being-evicted-from-their-home-704748537")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/navigating-survivorship-bias-blessed?hsLang=en) ### [Navigating Survivorship Bias #BLESSED](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/navigating-survivorship-bias-blessed?hsLang=en) Exploring survivorship bias and challenging perspectives on divine intervention.           [![god-has-a-plan-580402515](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/god-has-a-plan-580402515.png "god-has-a-plan-580402515")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/god-has-a-plan?hsLang=en) ### [God Has A Plan](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/god-has-a-plan?hsLang=en) Challenging the notion of God's "intelligent design" and how it interferes with social justice.            [![natural supports](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/natural%20supports.png?width=1024&height=576&name=natural%20supports.png "natural supports")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/natural-supports-simulation?hsLang=en) ### [Natural Supports Simulation](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/natural-supports-simulation?hsLang=en) Discover insights on the Natural Supports Simulation, an interactive tool that helps navigate complex social issues through realistic scenarios and supportive validation.           [![disillusionment-168741023](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/disillusionment-168741023.png "disillusionment-168741023")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/who-wants-to-be-a-social-worker?hs_preview=IznTlfxu-175062293644&hsLang=en) ### [Who Wants to be a Social Worker?](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/who-wants-to-be-a-social-worker?hs_preview=IznTlfxu-175062293644&hsLang=en) Discover the reality of being a social worker and the potential challenges they face. Explore the struggles and future prospects within the profession.         [![private-colleges-536632087 (1)](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/private-colleges-536632087%20(1).png "private-colleges-536632087 (1)")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/not-in-my-backyard-calgarys-housing-crisis?hsLang=en) ### [NIMBY - Calgary's Housing Crisis](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/not-in-my-backyard-calgarys-housing-crisis?hsLang=en) Highlighting the urgent need for affordable housing in Calgary, this post calls out the NIMBY mindset and advocates for safe homes for vulnerable families.             [![unpaid practicums 2](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/unpaid%20practicums%202.webp?width=1792&height=1024&name=unpaid%20practicums%202.webp "unpaid practicums 2")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/how-acsws-registration-process-burdens-new-social-work-graduates?hsLang=en) ### [How ACSW's Registration Process Burdens New Social Work Graduates](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/how-acsws-registration-process-burdens-new-social-work-graduates?hsLang=en) New social workers face financial strain with hefty registration fees, adding to the challenges of starting their careers while already dealing with debt.           [![loyalty](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/loyalty.png "loyalty")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/what-if-we-called-child-protective-services-on-god?hsLang=en) ### [What If We Called Child Protective Services on God?](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/what-if-we-called-child-protective-services-on-god?hsLang=en) A critique of divine parenting, exploring the toxic nature of conditional love, punishment, and suffering through the lens of child protection.         [![traffic](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/traffic.png "traffic")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/public-hearings-for-affordable-housing-is-broken?hsLang=en) ### [Public Hearings For Affordable Housing is Broken](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/public-hearings-for-affordable-housing-is-broken?hsLang=en) ### A call to action: addressing opposition to affordable housing projects, debunking myths, and exposing the coded classism behind NIMBY objections.             [![rich people](https://shaneyu.art/hs-fs/hubfs/rich%20people.png?width=745&height=411&name=rich%20people.png "rich people")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/pull-yourself-up-by-the-bootstraps-but-heres-a-handout-anyway?hsLang=en) ### [Pull Yourself Up by the Boostraps - But Here's a Handout Anyways](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/pull-yourself-up-by-the-bootstraps-but-heres-a-handout-anyway?hsLang=en) Examining the contradiction in social conservative charity: why "bootstraps" rhetoric clashes with donations and the need for upstream poverty solutions.           [![punishment](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/punishment.png "punishment")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-problem-with-an-omniscient-god?hsLang=en) ### [The Problem with an Omniscient God](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/the-problem-with-an-omniscient-god?hsLang=en) This blog explores the tension between God's omniscience, free will, and fairness, questioning why inequity exists if an all-knowing God created the world.         [![post it notes](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/planning.png "post it notes")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/why-we-dont-need-more-social-workers?hsLang=en) ### [Why We Don't Need More Social Workers](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/why-we-dont-need-more-social-workers?hsLang=en) ### Exploring the exploitation of social work students and why nonprofits need to recruit from diverse fields for fresh solutions and better support.             [![First Home Picture](https://shaneyu.art/hubfs/First%20Home%20Picture.jpg "First Home Picture")](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/a-home-for-me-a-home-for-us-join-my-journey-to-homeownership?hs_preview=exHcjrUR-185679648046&hsLang=en) ### [A Home for Me, A Home for Us: Join My Homeownership Journey](https://shaneyu.art/portraits-1/a-home-for-me-a-home-for-us-join-my-journey-to-homeownership?hsLang=en) A satirical take on home-ownership. Help me achieve homeownership in Calgary! 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