Art has always been my space of freedom , where there are no rules and the energy within can transform into something visible.
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My favorite art is the one I don’t understand at first. I love working with paper, canvas, and mixed materials, but I never plan the final result. Sometimes I even dislike a piece in the beginning, but I keep going until it transforms into something powerful. That moment when chaos turns into beauty — that’s my favorite kind of art.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration mostly in colors and small moments. It can be a person walking by, a color combination in nature, or something simple that suddenly feels beautiful. But my deepest inspiration comes from dreams and meditation. The most meaningful pieces usually come from there, like puzzles I slowly put together over time.
What would you do with $25,000?First, I would hire someone to help me with the business side — connecting with galleries, museums, and opportunities. I want my work to be seen. Then I would create my own studio where I can work on large-scale pieces. And I would travel, because new places and nature always bring me fresh inspiration.
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