I create art to turn emotion into something visible-healing, growth and stories that words don't know how to hold.
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 creating meaningful, story driven pieces especially botanicals & mixed media work that blends softness with strength. My style leans earthy & a little vintage, with layered textures, neutral tones, & organic elements. I'm drawn to pieces that feel like they mean something art that reflects growth, healing, & a quiet resilience. Whether it's a botanical study, a symbolic piece, or a custom work, I love creating work that connects emotionally and feels personal to the person who owns it.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in real life-nature, textures, quiet moments, and the emotions people don't always say out loud. A lot of my work is influenced by growth, healing, and the idea of something beautiful can from hard seasons. I'm drawn to earthy tones, vintage botanical studies, and organic shapes, but also personal stories-mine and others. Sometimes inspiration comes from something as simple as a flower, and sometimes it comes from life experiences that needed somewhere to go.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest in growing my art into something sustainable & impactful. That means building a dedicated studio space, upgrading materials, and creating more opportunities for custom work. As a teacher who also uses art as a form of expression and healing, I'd also love to expand that into the community-providing more access to art for students and others who may not otherwise have it. I wouldn't just grow my business-it would help me create more meaningful work and reach more people through it.
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