Quarter-Finalist

Bethany Mahan

I find the image of God imprinted on the “othered.” When photographing all cultural barriers simply disappear.

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What is your favorite type of art to create?

Photography, collage art, poetry

Where do you find inspiration?

I pray before I start, ask for the spirit to show me when/how to approach someone and take their picture. It truly is a honor when I “capture” the unique imprint of a person’s soul. I am certain that when I look back on my life it will be the unseen “hunchbacks” who are renowned by millions of angels.

What would you do with $25,000?

For the past 6 years I’ve lived with a 24/7 never ending intractable migraine which means I’m unable to work equating to mountains of debt. If I win this competition I’d pay off said debt, donate to a nonprofit I helped start, and buy art supplies. I’d also get my hair cut!

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