11:11 (Beautiful Patience) is a series of video performances by Shangri La Artist-in-Residence, Sandra Saenz, that encapsulate an emotionally charged journey of the artist’s experiences within the beauty industry while staying truthful in her faith-driven journey. 11:11 (Beautiful Patience) recounts the embrace of the truest self and freedom in overcoming inner self-doubt, perceptions, and stereotypes experienced by Saenz.

A Latina within the Muslim community and a hijabi within the mainstream beauty world, Saenz has used her prismatic identity to propel her artistic expressions as a way to dissolve assumptions and barriers – harnessing the power of social media through content creating to reach audiences and generate change.

Saenz’s work breaks past her own story, making a connection with the audience and encouraging all of us to find strength in patience. As we endeavor to challenge preconceived limitations of belonging and persist in our efforts to shape a more creative and inclusive future, her work serves as a guiding force.