Ever since a pencil’s scratch gave me purpose, I’ve chased unseen worlds, creating joy with a touch of idealism, striving to make them real.
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My favorite art to create makes people feel happy, powerful and euphoric, drawing from nostalgia to reconnect them with moments that once brought me joy. My goal is to spread love through every piece and leave a lasting emotional impact. I’m not bound to any one medium, I choose whatever best brings that feeling to life.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in community, nightlife, gatherings, music, and both chosen and blood family. In the emotionally safe spaces they create, where connection goes beyond surface level and brings you closer to yourself and others. My work centers on presence, our shared human experience, and the joy of being alive, grounded in kindness, connection, and the belief that love can heal.
What would you do with $25,000?I’d invest in materials and give myself the time to fully create. I’d develop an interactive piece called Universal Love, a multi-sensory experience designed to evoke a euphoric, immersive state. It would travel across environments, inviting people into a space of connection, curiosity, and healing through the craft I’ve built over the years.
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