I create to give shape to what I’ve lived, raw and honest, work that lingers, unsettles and refuses to be ignored.
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My favorite work is my bullet heart sculptures. I take something meant for harm and reshape it into hearts. It’s about transforming destruction into something that speaks to peace, love, and survival. The materials carry weight and history, and by reworking them, I’m reclaiming that energy and giving it a new purpose.
Where do you find inspiration?I find my inspiration in the dreams of my loved ones who are no longer here. Their lives, their goals, and everything they didn’t get to finish continue to guide me. I use those unfinished visions as inspiration, using them as direction and purpose.
What would you do with $25,000?With $25,000, I would create an art event designed to raise funds and awareness. It would bring people together through my work, opening space for conversation, support, and giving back to communities that need it most. My goal is to turn what I create into something that reaches beyond me and has a real, lasting impact.
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