Art makes me feel alive. Through it, I share stories and emotions, and finally feel seen in a world that moves too fast.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
My favorite art to create is emotional, story-driven work that allows people to feel something deeply. I love creating pieces that blend beauty with vulnerability—art that tells a story, sparks imagination, and makes others feel less alone in their emotions.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in human emotion, personal experiences, music, and the quiet beauty in everyday life. Some of my best ideas come from moments of heartbreak, healing, love, and self-discovery—feelings that connect us all and remind us what it means to be human.
What would you do with $25,000?Winning $25,000 would give me the chance to fully invest in the passion that has carried me through some of my hardest moments. I would use it to buy the tools and resources I need to grow as an artist, create without limitation, and finally build a future around the thing that makes me feel most alive.
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