Art is personal and communal to me: it is a space to process, question, and heal. It brings me joy to share stories through color and form.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
Surreal semi realistic portraits filled with imagery and nostalgia-soaked hues with recurring symbols: birds in flight, lifted masks, and fragmented forms that unravel the subconscious, is what I gravitate to the most. I love making the viewer dive into the piece and connect with it in their own way and make them think about what each element means to them. Each piece is a dance between identity and illusion, where every color pulls you deeper into a dream world of wonder.
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration comes from all around me, from past experiences and those seen and felt by my relatives or people close to me. Each creation is a journey and means of turning life's grit into hauntingly beautiful portraits. Every brushstroke whispers a story of heritage, survival, and the magic conjured from the ordinary.
What would you do with $25,000?Dreams are meant to be more than dreams and shared with others. I have always dreamed of having a large studio in my home where I could paint day or night, have my own solo exhibition and share my art with the world. I would love to create material and courses to share my passion for art with others who want to start their art journey. This money would help achieve those dreams and open the world to great opportunities and means to help others with similar dreams like mine.
Vote for Dora Gonzalez to become The People's Artist while supporting a great cause! Cast your free daily vote or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation, supporting The Art of Elysium in their mission to use art as a catalyst to help people triumph over difficult life challenges.
Register now for your opportunity to appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display your artwork at The Art of Elysium's Salon.
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like The People's Artist, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.