I dont create art-I survive through it. It turned chaos into light, gave me purpose, and let me give something beautiful back to the world.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I create worlds where emotion becomes visible-surreal, luminous pieces rooted in nature, spirit, and story. Koi, floral and flowing forms become vessels for healing resilience and transformation. Every piece is search for light within darkness; a place where chaos softens, and something beautiful arises. These pieces evolve as murals, canvas furniture or wherever my spirit finds a canvas.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in seeing the world differently; autism gave me that lens. A near death experience; how I discovered art gave it meaning. I've known darkness, disconnection, and the edge of leaving- but i came back with purpose. My work lives in that space between chaos and clarity, turning what nearly broke me into something that connects, heals, and reminds others they are not alone.
What would you do with $25,000?I'd use aa partial amount to give my dog the love of my life the surgery he needs ; he's been there for me in my darkest moments. I'd also pay down debt and secure a stable place to live with space to create. It wouldn't solve everything but it would give me a reason foundation. from there id reinvest everything into my art-building something sustainable, meaningful, and capable of giving back.
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