I create art to turn pain into something beautiful, to speak when words fail, and to heal what I can’t always say out loud.
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painting with my hands and letting it kind of create itself. I like not overthinking it and just going with whatever comes out in the moment. It feels more real and expressive that way.
Where do you find inspiration?alone with music, or even just when I’m sitting with my thoughts and letting everything settle. Something about those real, unfiltered moments makes ideas start forming on their own.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use it to secure legal representation to help with my case and work toward being reunited with my children. I haven’t seen my kids, and I’m focused on doing everything the right way through the legal process. This would help me stay stable and take the proper steps to move forward responsibly.
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