I was born an artist. I’ve been creating since I was a kid! My way to express what words can’t. Art isn’t what I do, it’s who I am.
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I’m drawn to creating textured, mixed-media work inspired by nature and spiritual energy. I spend time in natural environments where I reflect, meditate, and reconnect, often collecting materials that later become part of my pieces. My art is layered and physical, combining raw textures and sculptural elements to create work that feels both grounded and otherworldly.
Where do you find inspiration?Mostly in my dreams, but honestly, art is everywhere! I see it in everything. Inspiration is something I never lack. What I do lack sometimes is the time and space to fully release what’s inside me. My work is deeply spiritual and often feels otherworldly, as if it comes from something beyond this life—what I sometimes describe as memories from other existences. I also find a lot of inspiration in nature. When I’m surrounded by natural elements, everything flows effortlessly.
What would you do with $25,000?Winning $25,000 would be a true blessing. As a full-time artist, the past few years have been challenging, and this would bring much-needed relief. More importantly, it would allow me to create a new collection, “REBIRTH,” born from a period of deep transformation. My inspiration is overflowing, and this opportunity would help me turn that energy into something powerful and real.
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