I create art because it gives form to what words can’t where emotions & thoughts meet & something honest can exist. It’s how I communicate.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I don’t limit myself to one type of art. My work is guided by emotion. Each piece reflects a different state of mind, often exploring contrast between opposing forces like light and dark, softness and strength. Whether I’m creating a drawing or designing candle vessels, the goal is always the same: to turn feeling into form.
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration comes from within. It’s driven by emotion, reflection, and the way I process contrast-light and dark, tension and balance. I create from experience, not observation.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use the $25,000 to complete the start-up phase of my candle business, finalizing production, securing inventory, and scaling my packaging and branding. It would allow me to move from small-batch creation to a more structured launch, bringing my concept of Duality to a wider audience in a way that’s intentional, sustainable, and has never been done before.
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