I create art to preserve fleeting moments and emotions, transforming the way I see the world into lasting visual storytelling.
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I’m drawn to photography and short-form video that exist in quiet observation. I focus on capturing subtle fragments of life - shifting light, movement, and human presence within everyday environments. My background in psychology shapes the way I see the world. I’m interested in perception and emotion - what is felt rather than spoken, and how meaning often exists in small, unnoticed details.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in travel, transitional spaces, and the feeling of being between places. New environments and unfamiliar cities sharpen my awareness of light, movement, and passing moments. I’m drawn to scenes that exist only briefly before they disappear, becoming memory. I’m also deeply inspired by my family, who has supported me from a distance for many years. That quiet connection shapes my understanding of emotional presence, memory, and resilience, and influences the way I create.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use it to develop my practice as a visual storyteller through education, filmmaking, and professional tools that allow me to fully realize my creative vision. This support would help me expand both my technical and conceptual work, building a stronger foundation for long-term creative growth.
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