I was born with the talent to draw and the love of creation; thankfully developed in full life.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I love monumental yet intricate paintings, such as my three Biblical murals on canvas, my “Rapture” mural on canvas celebrating African American Women, 6ft square “Victory”, and many more; and Comics, such as “Queen of Cosmos Comix Trilogy”.
Where do you find inspiration?Inspiration comes from living on this Earth; my brain absorbs infinite input and somehow filters it into visual expression. For example, in my 73 Visual journals called “Daybooks”, I record the daily events of my life in the front of each book, with a section containing my thoughts, dreams, and studies for works, running from back to front. Emotions play a big role in my brain; likewise, emotions are at play in my art.
What would you do with $25,000?I answered this already!! Rent boom lift to complete “Angel Wall” outdoor mural Support my life of painting and running Art Gallery with landlords
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