I capture the essence of life and history in every stroke. Art allows me to transform visions into realities that endure forever.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
Oil painting would be my choice without a doubt. I love it because it doesn’t rush you; that creamy texture allows you to blend colors directly on the canvas until you achieve the perfect shade. Whether it's for detailing a realistic portrait or capturing the light of a landscape, oil has a "soul" and a depth that you simply don't find in other materials. It is pure feeling in every brushstroke.
Where do you find inspiration?Inspiration comes from the details: the shimmer of light on water, the intensity of a gaze, or the peace of a landscape at dawn. I'm driven by traditional realism, trying to capture not just what I see, but what it feels like. I’m also inspired by the old masters and nature, from the texture of an animal to the vastness of the ocean. In the end, any corner with "soul" is the perfect excuse to pick up the brushes and start creating.
What would you do with $25,000?I’d invest it in growth and from the heart. First, I’d send a portion to ensure my family in Cuba has their basic needs met and can live with more relief; their well-being comes first. With the rest, I’d boost my projects: better materials for the studio and a push for the transportation business. It would be the perfect balance between reaching my professional goals, continuing to create, and above all, being the support my people need right now. That prize would change many lives!
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