Connect What is your favorite type of art to create?

My art is an intuitive exploration that resonates with my soul. I refuse to limit myself to a single discipline, material, or palette, choosing instead to follow the spark of an idea with whatever material within reach. My practice is grounded in mixed media, where I use acrylic paint on raw canvas to translate intricate patterns that I then sew together. Whether I am painting on traditional stretched canvas or sewing layers of found fabrics, my process is a translation of my creative impulse

Where do you find inspiration?

My cultural background is my foundation, keeping me grounded so I never feel adrift in my practice. I find inspiration in the dialogue between my environment and my inner world, capturing the notion of time in fleeting moments. By documenting the details of everyday life and experiences, I pull sparks from the simplest observations. I bridge these elements of existence, seeing that art is everywhere and acting as an instrument to translate whatever needs to be said through my work.

What would you do with $25,000?

This amount serves as the essential cushion for my upcoming year as a full-time artist. It will cover my studio rent and allow for deeper investment in materials, providing the freedom to create without the mental block that financial survival creates. Constant worry about money stifles the intuitive process; this fund ensures that I continue to operate from a state of creative abundance. It will buy the mental space and resources needed to move forward, allowing me to focus solely on creating