Hallie Rae Ulrich
Hallie was a gifted artist and the twin sister of Ellison Ulrich. She spent two years studying at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn and even made the dean's list in her first year. Tragically, she passed away at the young age of 22 due to fentanyl poisoning while working at "Behind The Fence", an art gallery in Southhampton, New York.
The following is an excerpt from her college essay to Pratt, where she was studying illustration:
For as long as I can remember, I have loved to draw. When I was young, I was encouraged to be creative. My sister and I used to draw on the walls of my childhood bedroom. We created a whole world on those walls. We would add to it throughout the years, especially on rainy days. As we grew older, the drawings became more detailed, more realistic, and always imaginative. Through my experiences of making art throughout my life, I’ve learned that there is a real beauty in the ability to draw. I’ve found that making art is the best way for me to express myself in a positive way. I’ve also discovered that in art, and in life as well, you should never give up on yourself or your work.
- Hallie Rae Ulrich, 2013
