It helps me reconnect with myself and escape from harsh reality. It reminds me that I’m capable and that I can make things work.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I love painting, and I’m also passionate about fashion design. My taste and imagination bring new artwork to life.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in nature and in women—both incredibly powerful, capable of creating something new and also breaking things down to rebuild again.
What would you do with $25,000?I want to support my parents so I can dream bigger and live freely without fear, knowing they’re secure. Try new things and enjoy my life and decisions.
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