I was supposed to be an artist from a child. I create to inspire people and lift their spirits.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I create dimensional metal sculptures that blend structure with spirit—often angels, fairies, and human forms that feel both grounded and otherworldly, My work is meant to feel alive, carry emotion, energy, and a sense of something beyond the physical.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in nature, human emotion, and a deep sense that there’s more to this world than what we see. I’m drawn to the unseen—spiritual energy and the quiet feeling that something greater is always present. My work is my way of giving that a physical form.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest it into creating larger, more impactful pieces and expanding my exhibit so the work can reach more people to uplift and inspire them in a meaningful way, creating deeper connection through art.
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