Art is where I feel most alive. Since childhood, it’s been my purpose—an essential part of me, as natural as breathing.
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At my core, I’m a painter. Color and movement drive my work—I’m drawn to their energy, drama, and expressive power. While I’ve worked across mediums, everything begins with paint. It flows instinctively, allowing me to create pieces that feel alive, immediate, and deeply personal
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in nature, music, and the rhythms of everyday life. I’m especially drawn to the power of color and how it moves like a melody—shifting, building, and transforming. I take in these experiences, let them settle and evolve within me, and then release them through my work. What emerges is a new expression—my interpretation, my vision—shaped by what I’ve felt and transformed into something uniquely my own.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use the funds to expand my workspace and materials, enabling larger, immersive work. I plan to create three-dimensional environments where color, movement, and sound are guided by the golden ratio, reflecting patterns found in nature. By translating these harmonies—including resonant frequencies around 316 Hz—into visual and sensory experiences, I aim to create spaces that feel balanced, engaging, and transformative.
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